Support Worker |Tewkesbury|Full time

La vie en Rose Ltd.; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 20,388 - 21,766; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Holiday pay

Full training provided

Paid shadow shifts

Opportunity for career progression

Free DBS

Use of company car

Flexible hours

Job summary

La vie en Rose Ltd. is seeking compassionate support workers to provide quality care to individuals in Tewkesbury, England. Candidates must have a full driving licence, excellent communication skills, and a genuine desire to help others.

The role includes monitoring health, assisting daily activities, and supporting social interactions. Benefits include competitive pay between £14.80 to £15.80 per hour, career progression options, and flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Must have a full driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Experience in supporting individuals with communication difficulties or learning differences.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Help vulnerable people live as comfortably as possible.
• Monitor clients’ health and wellbeing.
• Perform daily tasks such as light housekeeping.

Skills

Good communication skills

Compassion and empathy

Experience as a support worker

Patience

Job description

Please note: La Vie en Rose Ltd is NOT offering sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Company description

La vie en rose is a growing family run business situated in Gloucestershire Tewkesbury. We are a friendly and welcoming team where employers become part of family. We provide the very best in quality care for the elderly, disabled and adults with learning difficulties or infirmity in their own homes. We offer excellent support to help people maintain and retain their independence and dignity.

About him

He enjoys a variety of interests and benefits from shared activities and gentle encouragement:

• Watching Formula 1 and rugby
• Drumming (a strong skill and enjoyable activity for him)
• Listening to music and attending disco-style events
• Playing table tennis
• Previously enjoyed kayaking, and it would be positive to encourage this again, as Croft Farm is nearby
• Looking forward to attending a music festival/camping event

He communicates better once comfortable but may initially struggle to start conversations or ask for help.

Support needs

• Needs time to build rapport and confidence in social interaction
• May require support initiating conversations and expressing needs
• Dyslexia support, especially when reading instructions or recipes
• Assistance with preparing meals following a structured ketogenic-style diet (approximately 3 carbs per meal)
• Encouragement to maintain independence in meal planning and cooking with appropriate guidance
• Awareness of specialist nutritional supplements delivered via Nutricia and Vitaflo
• Calm, reliable, and patient approach
• Interest in sport, music, or outdoor activities is beneficial
• Able to encourage independence while providing clear, practical support
• Experience supporting individuals with communication difficulties or learning differences is an advantage

Why work for us?

• Work for a small not-for-profit organisation where the focus is the people we support
• Be listened to and have your direct experience and expertise valued
• Have support from an experienced management and clinical team
• Be celebrated for accomplishing goals with the individual you support
• Have training opportunities that enhance your career development
• Competitive pay (salary from £14.80 per hour up to £15.80 depending on qualifications and experience)
• Enhanced rates of pay on bank holidays
• Full and part-time contracted hours guaranteed
• Day and night shifts available
• Full training provider
• Paid shadow shifts and induction training
• Opportunity for career progression (NVQs, QCFs, care certificate available)
• Monthly bonus up to £220 per month based on performance and other factors
• Holiday pay (up to 28 days paid annual leave entitlement)
• Free DBS*
• Free PPE*
• Paid mileage
• Use of company car (if your vehicle breaks down)
• Company pension scheme
• Refer a friend bonus
• Company mobile phone
• Blue Light Card – provides access to discounts at 1000s of high street retailers
• Work life balance – flexible hours fit around your lifestyle

Responsibilities and Duties

• Must have a full driving licence and access to own vehicle
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Experience as a support worker
• Good communication skills and a good sense of humour
• Have compassion, empathy and patience
• Are trustworthy, honest and respectful; demonstrate understanding of self‑centred care
• Treat others with dignity and respect
• Help vulnerable people live as comfortably as possible
• Monitor clients’ health and wellbeing
• Maintain and update reports
• Perform daily tasks such as light housekeeping
• Support social interaction
• Support other team members in emergency situations
• Be available to use Digital Social Care Record (DSCR)

Successful candidates will be required to attend an interview followed by a meet‑and‑greet with the individual to ensure a positive match for everyone involved.

We provide full training, shadowing sessions, and ongoing support to help you feel confident in the role.