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Support Worker

HomeCare Direct
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 13 days
Location

Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, England

Salary

$13.87 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a Support Worker to provide 1:1 assistance to an individual with complex needs in Driffield, YO25, for a pay rate of £13.87 per hour for 6 hours a week on Saturdays from 10am to 4pm.
  • The ideal candidate should have experience in care, particularly with learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorders, although specific years of experience are not mentioned.
  • A full driving license and access to a vehicle are essential due to the location of the role.
  • The role involves supporting the client with personal care, mobility, daily living activities, and ensuring safety within the home while promoting independence and community engagement.
  • Candidates should possess kindness, patience, and good communication skills, and be able to build trust through consistent and empathetic support.




Support Worker 

Pay Rate: £13.87 per hour 

Hours: 6 hours per week

Shifts: Saturday 10am-4pm

Location: Driffield, YO25

Due to the location ofthis role, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Make a Positive Impact in Someone’s Daily Life

We are seeking a Support Worker, Personal Assistant (PA), orHealth Care Assistant (HCA) who brings kindness, empathy, and a sense of fun totheir work. This is a rewarding 1:1 role supporting an individual withcomplex needs to live safely, confidently, and as independently as possiblewithin their own home and community.

Meet Our Client

The client requires support with personal care, mobility, daily livingactivities, and maintaining safety within the home. He has Down syndrome,high-functioning autism, a learning disability, and several complex healthconditions that impact his day-to-day life, including mobility difficulties andan increased risk of falls.

He benefits from consistent support, reassurance, and routine, aschanges can increase anxiety and affect his wellbeing. Building trust isimportant, as he may initially find it difficult to accept support fromunfamiliar carers.

The client enjoys an active and fulfilling lifestyle and has a range ofinterests, including basketball, WWE, gaming, photography, scrapbooking, andcollecting Marvel memorabilia. He also enjoys attending local communityactivities, car boot sales, and spending time outdoors.

This role requires a patient, reliable, and person-centred supportworker who can promote independence, ensure safety, and support the client tocontinue enjoying the activities that are important to him.

About the Role

  • Providing 1:1 support with daily routines and activities 
  • Supporting with personal care tasks
  • Assisting with mobility and safe movement at home and in the community 
  • Supporting with medication and health-related tasks 
  • Encouraging safe independence and community engagement 
  • Supporting structure, routine, and emotional wellbeing 

About You

  • Kind, patient, and reliable with a positive attitude 
  • Eligibility to Work in the UK: You must be eligible to work in the UK. Home Care Direct does not offer sponsorship or work visas
  • Able to build trust through consistency and empathy 
  • Good communication skills and a calm, reassuring approach 
  • Experience in care, Learning Disabilities and ASD is desirable

Why Join Us?

  • Paid training including Safeguarding, hoisting, and more
  • 24/7 support from Regional Care Leads and Nurses
  • Pension and recognition for long service
  • Wellbeing support including Blue Light Card and an Employee Assistance Programme
  • Opportunities for career development
  • Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
  • Enhanced sickness benefit

Every shift you work makes a genuine difference. You will besupported, valued, and part of a team that recognises your contribution.

Apply now and make a difference every day!






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