Support Worker - Female

Acuity INC; Siddington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive healthcare provider in Cheltenham is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist an individual living with chronic health issues. The role involves personalized care, supporting independence, and enriching daily activities. This full-time position requires local knowledge and a full UK driving license for outings. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, including training and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Access to Westfield Rewards

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme – up to £500

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with chronic health conditions.
• Ability to provide personalized care and support.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide 2:1 personalized care and enriching activities.
• Support independence and daily routines.
• Follow care plans and keep accurate records.

Skills

Compassionate care

Reliability

Local knowledge of Cheltenham

UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Support Worker to assist an individual living in their own home in Cheltenham. This person lives with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, FND, Gastroparesis and uses a wheelchair at all times, but this does not define them. They have a love of rehoming vintage treasures, creative projects, and gardening.

Responsibilities

• Provide 2:1, personalised care and enriching activities
• Support independence, wellbeing, and daily routines
• Follow care plans and keep accurate records
• Work in line with CQC standards and organisational policies
• Be hands-on, person-centred in daily life to make it meaningful and enjoyable

Role Details

This is a full-time role based in Cheltenham. Local knowledge of Cheltenham and a full UK driving licence are essential to support outings and daytime activities; night shifts do not require a driving licence.

Face-to-face Assessment Day for this role will take place on Thursday 25th September 2025. Attendance is mandatory as it forms a key part of the interview and selection process if successful at pre-screen.

About Acuity Care Group

We have been around for nearly 20 years and have over 900 people working for us across Operations and supporting roles. Acuity Care Group is a Supported Living healthcare provider, comprising 3 specialist business divisions:

• LD&A - Learning Disabilities & Autis m
• Bespoke
• Team Brain Injury

This role sits within our Bespoke Health & Social Care family, and you will be supported by an experienced hands-on Complex Care Manager.

We work together in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are person-centred and the needs of the people we support are at the heart of everything we do. Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients access new experiences.

What next

If you have the skills and experience listed above for this role, please send your CV through the job link. If you have any questions before applying, please call us. We will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail and, if appropriate, arrange an interview on Teams.

Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay rate: £14.00 per hour
• Shift Pattern: 8am - 8pm and 8pm - 8am waking nights (36 and 24 hours per week permanent contracts available)
• Access to Westfield Rewards, Westfield Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Blue Light Card discounts and tickets
• Further training in NVQs in Health and Social Care
• Progression opportunities and ongoing training and development
• Refer a Friend scheme – up to £500

This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from women for this position.