Support Worker - The Trees - Direct Services

Leicestershire County Council; Hinckley; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council in Hinckley is recruiting for a 22.5-hour per week contract support worker to deliver high quality care in a short breaks and supported living service for adults with disabilities. The role offers opportunities for training, progression, and a Local Government Pension Scheme.

You will provide day-to-day support, assist with personal care, promote independence, and work within a team that values dignity and person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a commitment to providing high quality care and support which maximises independence and adheres to relevant regulations.
• Ability to use equipment to assist with moving and handling service users and support people with complex needs.
• Effective communication with service users who may use alternative communication methods.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads and prioritise tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including crisis situations.
• IT and written skills to maintain clear, concise records.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver day-to-day support and personal care in a 24/7 service.
• Promote choice and maximise independence for residents in a supported living setting.
• Attend training and work with a mentoring team to support professional development.

Skills

Care experience

Moving & handling

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

IT skills

Flexible working

Job description

Job Description

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

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

Salary: £25,995 - £26,409 per annum (pro rata for part-time) (Pay Award Pending)

Working Hours: 1 x 22.5 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.

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 14 th September 2026

Interview Date(s): 22nd September 2026

Please note: This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for new visa sponsorship applications

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 22.5 hours per week contract 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.

In return, you will have the opportunity to develop and progress within a large public sector organisation, with opportunities to thrive in a modern and flexible working environment, have access to an excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, along with a generous annual leave entitlement.

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 and celebrate individuality.

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 .

For more information about Short Breaks, please visit: https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/adult-social-care-and-health/looking-after-someone/short-breaks-for-carers/in-house-short-breaks-accommodation

About You

• 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

Name: Sharon Duffus

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

About Us

About Leicestershire County Council

At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone.

Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose.

Benefits

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