Support Worker

HomeCare Direct; Wansford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card

Career development opportunities

Job summary

HomeCare Direct is seeking a compassionate Support Worker/PA/HCA to provide 1:1 in-home support for a client with complex needs in Wansford. The role involves personal care, mobility assistance, and helping the client stay safe and engaged in activities they enjoy, within the community and home environment.

The ideal candidate is patient, reliable, and empathetic, with good communication skills and the ability to build trust with the client.

Qualifications

• Experience in care, learning disabilities or ASD is desirable.
• Eligibility to work in the UK; sponsorship/work visas are not provided.
• Patient, reliable and person-centred approach with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support with daily routines and activities.
• Assist with personal care and mobility.
• Support safe movement at home and in the community.
• Assist with medication and health-related tasks as needed.
• Promote independence and emotional well-being through routine and engagement.

Skills

Empathy

Clear communication

Reliability

Patience

Job description

Wansford, United Kingdom

Due to the location ofthis role, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Make a Positive Impact in Someone’s Daily Life

We are seeking a Support Worker, Personal Assistant (PA), orHealth Care Assistant (HCA) who brings kindness, empathy, and a sense of fun totheir work.This is a rewarding 1:1 role supporting an individual withcomplex needs to live safely, confidently, and as independently as possiblewithin their own home and community.

Meet Our Client

The client requires support with personal care, mobility, daily livingactivities, and maintaining safety within the home. He has Down syndrome,high-functioning autism, a learning disability, and several complex healthconditions that impact his day-to-day life, including mobility difficulties andan increased risk of falls.

He benefits from consistent support, reassurance, and routine, aschanges can increase anxiety and affect his wellbeing. Building trust isimportant, as he may initially find it difficult to accept support fromunfamiliar carers.

The client enjoys an active and fulfilling lifestyle and has a range ofinterests, including basketball, WWE, gaming, photography, scrapbooking, andcollecting Marvel memorabilia. He also enjoys attending local communityactivities, car boot sales, and spending time outdoors.

This role requires a patient, reliable, and person-centred supportworker who can promote independence, ensure safety, and support the client tocontinue enjoying the activities that are important to him.

About the Role

• Providing1:1 support with daily routines and activities
• Supportingwith personal care tasks
• Assistingwith mobility and safe movement at home and in the community
• Supportingwith medication and health-related tasks
• Encouragingsafe independence and community engagement
• Supportingstructure, routine, and emotional wellbeing

About You

• Kind,patient, and reliable with a positive attitude
• Eligibilityto Work in the UK: You must be eligible to work in the UK.HomeCare Direct does not offer sponsorship or work visas
• Ableto build trust through consistency and empathy
• Goodcommunication skills and a calm, reassuring approach
• Experiencein care, Learning Disabilities and ASD is desirable

Why Join Us?

• Paidtraining including Safeguarding, hoisting, and more
• 24/7support from Regional Care Leads and Nurses
• Pensionand recognition for long service
• Wellbeingsupport including Blue Light Card and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunitiesfor career development
• Enhancedpay for Bank Holidays

Every shift you work makes a genuine difference. You will besupported, valued, and part of a team that recognises your contribution.