Support Worker (Days) (Rowan Court)

Hollybank Trust; Holmfirth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollybank Trust's Rowan Court in Holmfirth is seeking caring Support Workers to help adults with complex needs live safely and with dignity. You’ll provide person-centred daily support, assist with daily living activities and encourage participation in home and community life.

We welcome diverse backgrounds; no previous care experience is required, as full training and ongoing development are provided. The role offers part-time and full-time hours with a pay rate of £12.81 per hour, including

Qualifications

• Experience in care is valued but not required; training will be provided.
• Demonstrates compassion, reliability and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work as part of a team to deliver high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support.
• Promote choice, independence and dignity.
• Support individuals with daily living activities and personal care where required.
• Encourage participation in home and community life.
• Build positive relationships with the people we support and their families.
• Work collaboratively within a dedicated and passionate team committed to delivering outstanding care.

Skills

Compassionate and patient

Reliability and punctuality

Teamwork and communication

Job description

Location: Holmfirth (HD9)

Hours: Part-time and full-time hours available

Hourly Rate: £12.81 (Enhanced rates for Bank Holidays and Overtime)

Job Description: Support Worker (Days).pdf

Make a Real Difference Every Day – Are you an experienced Support Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, or someone with a passion for delivering outstanding care?

At Rowan Court, we’re looking for caring, reliable and compassionate Day Support Workers to join our friendly and close-knit team. Join Rowan Court and help make every day and night a safe, supportive and positive experience for the people who call it home.

Set in a beautiful location overlooking the stunning Holme Valley, Rowan Court is a welcoming 15-bed community home supporting adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities and complex needs. With panoramic views, peaceful surroundings and a real family feel, Rowan Court is a place where people feel at home, and where colleagues genuinely enjoy working together.

Why Join Rowan Court?

Our colleagues often describe Rowan Court as having a genuine family atmosphere. You’ll be joining a supportive, welcoming team who work closely together and care deeply about the people they support.

You’ll help people live enriched lives, supporting them to achieve the best possible quality of life while promoting independence, dignity and choice. Rowan Court supports adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities through personalised support and activities.

No previous care experience? That’s okay. We value the right attitude, compassion and willingness to learn, and we’ll provide the training and support you need.

The Role

As a Support Worker at Rowan Court, whether you work days or nights, we will expect you to:

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support.
• Promote choice, independence and dignity.
• Support individuals with daily living activities and personal care where required.
• Encourage participation in home and community life.
• Build positive relationships with the people we support and their families.
• Work collaboratively within a dedicated and passionate team committed to delivering outstanding care.

What You’ll Gain

• The opportunity to work within a highly respected specialist service.
• Ongoing training and development.
• A supportive management team.
• The chance to be part of a service where people truly come first.
• The satisfaction of knowing your work has a lasting impact on people’s lives.

Any questions?

You can contact Robert (Registered Manger) and Ann-Marie (Deputy Manager) directly on 01484 686530, or by email to [e-mail]

Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship to work in the UK.

Hollybank Trust is committed to Safeguarding vulnerable people, and our Safer Recruitment process requires all employees to have an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks in line with our Recruitment & Selection policy.

We will pay for your initial DBS check, unless you have a portable DBS, however, if the candidate leaves voluntarily within the first 12 months, £58.90 will be deducted from your final salary payment.