Support Worker in Huddersfield

JustInTime Healthcare Services Limited; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate + sleep-in

Full induction and ongoing training

Career progression

Pension scheme and holidays

Job summary

JustInTime Healthcare Services Limited in Huddersfield is seeking a dedicated care worker to provide person-centred support in our community services. You will follow individual support plans, assist with daily living tasks, encourage independence, and maintain accurate records.

You will work day shifts and sleep-in shifts according to a flexible rota. A full UK driving licence is required, and NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care or the willingness to work towards it.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK
• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred care and support in line with individual support plans
• Supporting individuals with daily living tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks
• Assisting individuals to access the community, appointments and social activities
• Maintaining accurate daily records, incident reports and support notes
• Following safeguarding, health & safety policies and company policies
• Providing on-call sleep-in support and responding to emergencies overnight

Skills

Care experience

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2/3

Job description

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

Shared Lives Carers are classed as self-employed and receive generous tax incentives

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