Support Worker

Equals One Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A private care provider in Sheffield is looking for Support Workers to assist a young man with cerebral palsy in daily activities and community support. The position offers flexible shifts with an hourly rate of £14.00 across various roles including full-time, part-time, and bank positions. The ideal candidates should have relevant experience and a full UK driving licence, with opportunities for training and overtime.

Benefits

Paid training and mandatory courses

Contributory pension scheme

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in complex care settings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day living and physiotherapy activities.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Maintain daily records.

Skills

Experience in supporting people with physical or learning disabilities

Resilience

Good English language skills

Tools

DBS check

Driving licence

Job description

Support Worker

Hourly Rate £14.00 per hour (all shifts)

Sheffield – full UK driving licence

Full time, Part Time and Bank positions available

Day shifts: 08:30 – 20:00 (12.5 hours)

Night shifts: 20:00 – 08:30 (12.5 hours)

Mixture of days, nights, and weekends

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Job Introduction

I am building a small team of committed, reliable, and motivated individuals to provide care for me within my home and to support me in accessing community activities, day trips, and holidays both in the UK and abroad.

About Me

I am a young man living with cerebral palsy.I live in my own home with my parents, and my support team have dedicated rooms and facilities within the house.My home is fully adapted to meet my needs, and I use a powered wheelchair both at home and in the community.

I am passionate about sports – especially cricket – and enjoy attending cricket games during the season.I also need support in building independence and confidence: planning my time, organising appointments and correspondence, and being motivated and supported to access leisure activities, health services, and social opportunities.

Your role will also involve:

• Supporting physiotherapy and hydrotherapy programmes.
• Assisting with medication administration.
• Helping to maintain daily records and reports.
• Completing online and mandatory practical training.
• Undertaking some light cleaning duties to help maintain my home environment.

There may also be opportunities to live in for short periods (up to 14 days) when my parents are away, or to accompany me on trips and holidays within the UK and abroad.These will always be agreed with you in advance and with plenty of notice.

About the Role

Hourly Rate: £14.00 per hour (all shifts)

Contracts Available:

• Full-Time (150 hours per month / approx.37.5 hours per week)
• Average annual earnings: £27,300
• Part-Time (100 hours per month / approx.25 hours per week)
• Average annual earnings: £18,200
• Bank Position (0-hour contract)

Additional Hours: Available to support extra activities, cover annual leave, sickness, or holidays.

Shifts:

• Day shifts: 08:30 – 20:00 (12.5 hours)
• Night shifts: 20:00 – 08:30 (12.5 hours)
• Mixture of days, nights, and weekends

Eligibility: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (we are unable to sponsor international applicants).

(Hours are worked flexibly across the rota.Staff may have a week off when I am on holiday, but contracted hours are balanced across the month.)

The Ideal Candidate

You should be:

• Experienced in supporting people with physical or learning disabilities and/or mental health conditions.
• Resilient, patient, and understanding – it may take time to build a strong bond with me.
• Fun, caring, and committed to supporting me in the ways I need.
• Able to work well independently, within a team, and alongside professionals.

You will need:

• Flexible availability.
• Complex care experience.
• A full UK driving licence (to drive my wheelchair-adapted vehicle).
• Willingness to participate in hydrotherapy and water-based activities.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and abroad.
• A current DBS (or willingness to undergo one).
• Good English language skills.

What We Offer

• £14.00 per hour across all shifts.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Paid training and mandatory courses.
• Contributory pension scheme (subject to eligibility).
• The chance to make a genuine difference in someone’s life while being part of a supportive team.

Interested? If you would like more information about this role or our bank positions, please submit your Cv and we will be in touch.

Closing date: 17th October 2025

We look forward to hearing from you!

INDHS