Support Worker in Preston

JustInTime Healthcare Services Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council Shared Lives Service seeks compassionate Support Workers to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and physical disabilities in Preston. Roles include day and sleep-in shifts, with on-call support overnight.

You will provide person-centred care, support daily living activities, and help individuals participate in their communities while maintaining records and safeguarding duties.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care per support plans.
• Assist with daily living tasks.
• Medication prompts and administration (after training).
• Meal preparation and healthy eating.
• Household tasks: cleaning, laundry, shopping.
• Support access to community, appointments, and activities.
• Promote independence and life skills.
• Maintain daily records and incident reports.
• Follow safeguarding and safety policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Reliability

Empathy

Independence

Education

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

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

We are seeking compassionate, reliable, and motivated Support Workers to join our Supported Living service in Preston, Lancashire. 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

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

Leicestershire County Council Shared Lives Service