Support Worker — Flexible Hours & Career Growth

Optimo Care Group; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training and development

Career progression

Supportive team

Employee assistance program

Refer-a-Friend £500 bonus

Job summary

Abbeycare Ltd in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help individuals live independently and with dignity at home. You will assist with daily activities, medication administration, and fostering community participation to support wellbeing.

We offer flexible hours (24–42 hours per week) with both part-time and full-time openings. Join a compassionate team within the Optimo Care Group, with training, DBS support, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to help others.
• Strong communication skills with individuals of diverse needs.
• Experience in a support setting is desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge of person-centred care principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to provide support outside the home when required.
• Alternative weekend availability.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to live independently: encourage daily activities such as meal prep, budgeting, and personal care.
• Administering medication following protocols, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain a clean, safe, accessible home for individuals.
• Promote healthy relationships with family, friends, and community.
• Support day-to-day activities including shopping, appointments, social activities, and hobbies.
• Assist individuals to access community resources and activities for social inclusion.
• Occasionally accompany individuals outside the home for activities like hospital visits or appointments.
• Promote independence and respect personal preferences in care plans.
• Regularly report progress to the Service Manager and ensure care plans are followed.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Strong communication

Experience in support setting

Person-centred care

Independence and teamwork

Flexibility

Alternative weekend availability

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Abbeycare Ltd in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help individuals live independently and with dignity at home. You will assist with daily activities, medication administration, and fostering community participation to support wellbeing.

We offer flexible hours (24–42 hours per week) with both part-time and full-time openings. Join a compassionate team within the Optimo Care Group, with training, DBS support, and opportunities for career development.