Support Worker in Bradford

JustInTime Healthcare Services Limited; Bradford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Induction and training

Career progression

Supportive management

Pension and holiday entitlement

Job summary

JustInTime Healthcare Services Limited in Bradford is looking for compassionate Support Workers to help adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and/or physical disabilities live as independently as possible in their own homes. The role covers day shifts from 8:00am to 8:00pm and sleep-in shifts with on-call support overnight.

You will provide person-centred care, assist with daily living tasks, promote independence, maintain records, and work with teams and families.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards
• Right to work in the UK
• Previous experience in supported living, care, or a similar role
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support in line with individual support plans
• Support individuals with daily living tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, medications (after training), household tasks
• Support access to the community, appointments, and social activities
• Develop independence, life skills, and confidence; maintain relationships with family and friends
• Promote choice, dignity, independence, and respect at all times
• Maintain accurate daily records, incident reports, and support notes
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, managers, healthcare professionals, and families
• Follow safeguarding procedures, health & safety policies, and company policies
• Provide on-call support during sleep-in shifts and respond to needs or emergencies overnight
• Day shifts: 8:00am – 8:00pm; Sleep-in shifts overnight
• Flexible rota including weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays
• Willingness to work long day shifts and sleep-in shifts

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexible and reliable

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

We are seeking compassionate, reliable, and motivated Support Workers to join our Supported Living service in Bradford. You will be supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and/or physical disabilities to live as independently as possible within their own homes.

This role includes day shifts from 8:00am to 8:00pm and sleep-in shifts, providing reassurance and on-call support overnight.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred care and support in line with individual support plans
• Supporting individuals with daily living tasks such as:
  • Personal care (where required)
  • Meal preparation and healthy eating
  • Medication prompts and administration (after training)
  • Household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and shopping
• Supporting individuals to:
  • Access the community, attend appointments, and social activities
  • Develop independence, life skills, and confidence
  • Maintain relationships with family and friends
• Promoting choice, dignity, independence, and respect at all times
• Maintaining accurate daily records, incident reports, and support notes
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, managers, healthcare professionals, and families
• Following safeguarding procedures, health & safety policies, and company policies
• Providing on-call support during sleep-in shifts and responding appropriately to any needs or emergencies overnight
• Day shifts: 8:00am – 8:00pm
• Sleep-in shifts: Overnight stay at the service, with on-call responsibility
• Flexible rota including weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays
• A caring, patient, and empathetic nature
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to work long day shifts and sleep-in shifts
• A flexible and reliable approach to work
• Right to work in the UK
• Previous experience in supported living, care, or a similar role
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate + sleep-in allowance
• Full induction and ongoing training
• Opportunities for career progression
• Supportive management team
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement

What to prepare

An up-to-date candidate profile and contact details.

Relevant work history, education, skills, and availability.

Any documents requested by the recruitment team for this role.

Right to work details or share code.Safer recruitment declaration.International PassportDrivers LicenceProof of Address / utility bill (water , energy , tax bank statement)NIN number