Support Worker The Trees

Leicestershire County Council; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking two Support Workers to provide day-to-day care and support in the Hinckley area. Roles are permanent with contracts for 21 hours and 20 hours per week, pro rata for part-time.

The successful candidates will assist adults with learning disabilities and complex needs in a supported living setting, delivering person-centred care. Flexibility, good communication, and a commitment to safeguarding are essential.

Qualifications

• Commitment to providing high quality care and independence; anti-discriminatory practice.
• Ability to use equipment to assist moving and handling and support people with complex needs.
• Effective communication including alternative methods (Makaton, picture boards).
• Good organisational skills to manage workloads and stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, responding to crises.
• IT and written skills to write and maintain clear records.
• Willingness to work 24/7 rota including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver day-to-day support and personal care.
• Promote choice and maximise independence.
• Provide person-centred care in supported living environment.
• Attend training and supervision as provided.

Skills

Communication skills

Moving and handling

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Record keeping

Flexibility

Alternative communication

IT skills

Job description

Job Title:Support Worker

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

WorkLocation:The Trees Short Breaks, Hinckley & Charnwood Supported Living Services, Deveron Way, Hinckley LE10 0XD

Salary:£26,853 - £27,282 per annum (pro rata for part-time)

WorkingHours:1 x 21 and 1 x 20 hours per week. Must be able to work flexibly and participate in a service rota that incorporates weekends and bank holidays. Working between the hours of 7.00 and 22.00.

ContractType:Permanent

Closing Date:17th November 2026

Interview Date(s):26th November 2026

Previous applicants need not apply.

Please note: This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for new visa sponsorship applications therefore you must already have the right to work in the UK in order to apply.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a direct difference to people’s lives?

Our friendly team at Hinckley Short Breaks & Supported Living Services are looking for one 21 hours and one 20 hours per week contracts support worker(s) to join our team. Hinckley Short Breaks & Supported Living Services is a purpose-built short break centre, providing respite and supported living care for adults with learning disability, Autism, Physical disabilities and Sensory impairments. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work as part of our team, to provide person centred care.

About the Role

We are looking for people who can help us to deliver high quality care and support to adults with disabilities in a supported living environment.

You will deliver day to day support, providing assistance with personal care, promoting choice and control alongside maximising independence.

You don’t need to have any previous formal experience in care, we are interested in people who share our values to join our committed team.

We will provide the training needed and have a team behind you to mentor, coach and support your journey.

You will work in accordance with Leicestershire County Council’s Employee Code of Conduct, Skills for Care Code of Conduct for Adult Social Care Workers.

We will meet the training costs and the DBS enhanced check (Adults Barred List) for a regulated activity required for this post.

For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex-offenders, please see our policy statement.

About You

To apply for this post,you must be able to meet all of the following:

• Demonstrate a commitment to providing high quality care and support which maximises independence, is anti-discriminatory, and adheres to relevant regulations and procedures (such as Adult Safeguarding and Valuing People Now).
• The ability to use available equipment to assist with moving and handling service users and to support people with complex needs and willing to attend training courses.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to engage with service users who may use alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, picture boards, signs).
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and remain calm under pressure.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, responding effectively to crisis situations.
• IT and written skills sufficient to write and maintain clear, concise records.
• Be responsive to meet the changing needs of a 24/7 service, including being able to work flexibly and participate in a service rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays, and be willing to attend meetings or training outside of normal working hours.

In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

Interested in Flexible Working?

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:

Sharon Duffus, Resourcing Co-ordinator

Telephone: [phone]

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