Support Worker

Optimo Care Group; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training and development

Career progression

Supportive team

Employee assistance program

Refer-a-Friend £500 bonus

Job summary

Abbeycare Ltd in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help individuals live independently and with dignity at home. You will assist with daily activities, medication administration, and fostering community participation to support wellbeing.

We offer flexible hours (24–42 hours per week) with both part-time and full-time openings. Join a compassionate team within the Optimo Care Group, with training, DBS support, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to help others.
• Strong communication skills with individuals of diverse needs.
• Experience in a support setting is desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge of person-centred care principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to provide support outside the home when required.
• Alternative weekend availability.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to live independently: encourage daily activities such as meal prep, budgeting, and personal care.
• Administering medication following protocols, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain a clean, safe, accessible home for individuals.
• Promote healthy relationships with family, friends, and community.
• Support day-to-day activities including shopping, appointments, social activities, and hobbies.
• Assist individuals to access community resources and activities for social inclusion.
• Occasionally accompany individuals outside the home for activities like hospital visits or appointments.
• Promote independence and respect personal preferences in care plans.
• Regularly report progress to the Service Manager and ensure care plans are followed.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Strong communication

Experience in support setting

Person-centred care

Independence and teamwork

Flexibility

Alternative weekend availability

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Are you passionate about empowering others to live full, independent, and meaningful lives? If you’re caring, compassionate, and committed to making a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you.

At Abbeycare, we are proud to be part of the Optimo Care Group. With over 1,500 dedicated employees across multiple regions, we work in partnership with local authorities, healthcare providers, and care professionals to deliver outcome-focused, person-centred care. Whether it’s homecare, supported living, or complex needs support, we provide tailored solutions that truly make a difference.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will be responsible for supporting individuals to live healthy, happy, and fulfilling lives.

Role Type: Part Time and Full Time positions available.

Hours: 24-42hours (We request that you are able to work a minimum of 24 hours per week).
Shift Patterns: Vary - Please discuss in interview.
Location: Across the Sheffield area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting individuals to live independently: Assist individuals in maintaining their independence by encouraging and supporting them in daily activities such as meal preparation, budgeting, and personal care.
• Administering medication: Follow medication protocols, ensuring medication is administered accurately and on time.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and accessible home: Assist individuals in keeping their home environment tidy and organised.
• Promoting healthy relationships: Encourage and support positive relationships with family, friends, and the wider community.
• Supporting with day-to-day activities: Provide practical and emotional support for individuals in areas such as shopping, appointments, social activities, and hobbies.
• Accessing the community: Assist individuals in accessing community resources and activities to enhance their social inclusion and well-being.
• Supporting outside the home setting: On occasion, you may be required to accompany individuals outside of their home for activities such as hospital visits, holidays, or attending appointments at police stations.
• Promoting independence and individuality: Ensure each individual is supported in a way that respects their personal preferences, choices, and promotes their independence.
• Report to the Service Manager: Regularly report on the progress of the individuals you support and ensure their care plans are followed.

What You’ll Bring:

• A caring and compassionate attitude, with a genuine desire to help others.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact well with individuals with diverse needs.
• Experience in a support setting
• Knowledge of person-centred care principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and willingness to provide support outside of the home setting when required.
• Alternative weekend availability
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential

Benefits of Working with Abbeycare Ltd:

• Flexible Working: Full-time, permanent contracts with flexibility to accommodate work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Training: Optimo learning academy - Ongoing training and development to help you grow within the role and the company.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
• Supportive Team Environment: A friendly and supportive team committed to delivering the highest standard of care.
• Employee Assistance Program: Everyone receives the health assured EAP, ensuring professional support is always available for whatever life throws at you, because your wellbeing matters.
• Reward Gateway - Whether it is giving thanks to colleagues, celebrating meaningful anniversaries, or saving money on your day-to-day spending, our reward and recognition platform provides you with access to a wide range of non-salary benefits and genuine shopping discounts.
• £500Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Receive a £500bonus when you refer someone who successfully joins the team.
• We pay for your DBS
• You will be paid for the completion of all preboarding training at the point of work commencement.