Support Worker

Active Care Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

14.07% holiday pay

Nest pension

Active Awards programme

Refer a friend bonus (£1,500)

Training and development

Job summary

Active Care Group is seeking a Female Support Worker to care for a client in her home in Great Haywood. You will work 3x12-hour day shifts, from 7am to 7pm, as part of a dedicated double-up team.

Training and ongoing support are provided, with a flexible zero-hours contract and consistent weekly rotas. You will assist with personal care, feeding, medication, mobility, and epilepsy care, ensuring patient choices and preferences are respected.

Qualifications

• Experience in care is not required; full training provided.
• Able to communicate effectively with non-verbal client.
• Willing to work 12-hour day shifts and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred personal care
• Assist with feeding and medication
• Support mobility and safe handling
• Support client with epilepsy care
• Work with double-up team for consistent day-time care

Skills

Compassionate care

Flexibility

Good communication

Patience

Job description

Are you looking for a role with 12-hour day shifts?Would you love a rewarding role supporting a client with complex care needs in her own home?Active Assistance – Specialist Complex Care at Home Across the UKFor over 30 years, we’ve been providing compassionate, person-centred care that makes a genuine difference to individuals and their families across England.Our approach is simple: supporting people to live safely, comfortably and as independently as possible in the place they call home.We’re now looking for a Female Support Worker to join our dedicated care team, supporting our client in her home in Great Haywood.This is a rewarding opportunity to support one individual as part of a consistent care team, with regular weekly shifts and rotas planned in advance. Although the role is offered on a flexible zero-hours contract, the position is ongoing and typically provides a stable working pattern with the same client.Meet the ClientOur client is a warm and friendly lady who lives in Great Haywood with her husband and much-loved dog, who is an important part of her life.She lives with Non-Fluent Progressive Aphasia Syndrome, which affects her speech, swallowing and mobility. As she is non-verbal, it’s important that her Support Workers take the time to get to know her, understand how she communicates and ensure her choices, wishes and preferences are always respected.She enjoys listening to music, watching films and spending time with others. She values having people around her who are patient, positive and supportive, and who will take the time to build a trusting relationship with her.When You'll Be Working3x 12-hour day shifts7am–7pmWhat You'll Be DoingYou’ll provide person-centred support with:Personal careFeedingMedicationMobilityEpilepsy careSafe moving and handlingYou’ll work as part of a dedicated double-up team, helping to provide consistent, high-quality care throughout the day.No previous experience is required, as full training, shadow shifts and ongoing support will be provided.What You'll HaveA kind and caring natureFlexibility and reliabilityGood communication skillsA patient and person-centred approachA genuine interest in supporting someone to live life on their own termsWhat to Look Forward ToUp to £13.25 per hour, depending on experience and qualificationsFlexible zero-hours contractAn additional 14.07% holiday pay on every hour workedFull specialist training, shadow shifts and ongoing support from your Care ManagerAccess to the Active Learning Hub – e-learning and in-person developmentRegular monthly rotas and a Nest pensionRecognition through our Active Awards programmeRefer a friend and earn up to £1,500The opportunity to build a meaningful career with the backing of a leading clinical and business teamAt Active Care Group, we want everyone to feel welcome and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or interview process, just let us know and we’ll be very happy to discuss this with you.Active Care Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. However, due to the nature of this position, there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement to recruit female Support Workers. Take a look around the company https://activecaregroup.co.uk/