Support Worker: Flexible Care for Adults with Disabilities

Golearnleicestershire; Melton Mowbray; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

DBS enhanced check provided

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking care workers for Melton Short Breaks & Supported Living Services. The role involves providing person-centred care, personal support, and promoting independence for adults with disabilities. Training and DBS clearance are provided; flexible shifts include weekends and bank holidays.

You will join a public sector team offering a pension scheme, excellent leave entitlement, and opportunities for development within a large organisation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults and anti-discrimination.
• Commitment to high quality care and maximising independence.
• Ability to use equipment for moving and handling and support people with complex needs.
• Effective communication with service users, including alternative communication methods.
• Good organisational skills, workload management and calmness under pressure.
• Willingness to attend training and work flexible hours, including weekends/bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver day-to-day care and support, promoting choice and independence.
• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Work as part of a team within Short Breaks and Supported Living Services.
• Maintain clear, concise records and complete required documentation.
• Be able to respond to 24/7 service needs and participate in a service rota.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Moving and handling

IT/written skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Record keeping

Tools

DBS check

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking care workers for Melton Short Breaks & Supported Living Services. The role involves providing person-centred care, personal support, and promoting independence for adults with disabilities. Training and DBS clearance are provided; flexible shifts include weekends and bank holidays.

You will join a public sector team offering a pension scheme, excellent leave entitlement, and opportunities for development within a large organisation.