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Tired of Retail or Hospitality? Your Skills are Perfect for Social Care!
People-person? Love making someone’s day? You already have what it takes to start a rewarding career in care — where your natural skills really make a difference.
Support Worker
Part-time - 7 hours per week
Candidates must hold a UK driving license and have access to their own vehicle with business insurance, this is due to taking the people we support out into the community.
£24,829 per year (pro rata)
At Avenues, we believe supported people support others well. We create communities where people smile, laugh, grow, and achieve amazing things — and you could be part of that!
Why Social Care? Why now?
If you’re looking for:
- More meaningful work
- Job security and flexibility
- Real career progression
- A supportive, people-first team
We’ve got you covered — and we’ll provide all the training you need, completely free.
We are looking for Support Workers to support a lady in the Oswestry area. This role has a large aspect of community work where you will be out and about in the community supporting this lady. She enjoys
walking, going to farms and zoos, horse riding, cafes and lunch out, bowling, shopping etc.
There are 2 friendly puppies in the service so the right candidate must not be afraid of dogs.
Your day might include:
- Helping adults with learning disabilities, autism, or physical disabilities live independently,
- Supporting with everyday tasks like shopping, cooking, or household jobs,
- Encouraging social activities, community involvement, and family connections,
- Providing respectful personal care where needed,
- Making every day enjoyable — for the people we support, and for you!
No care experience? That’s OK. If you’ve worked in retail, hospitality, customer service, or childcare, you already have great transferable skills — we’ll teach you the rest.
Perks:
- Early Pay – access wages before payday
- Paid enhanced DBS (so no upfront costs)
- Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
- Paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Fully funded, award-winning training and qualifications
- Pension scheme and life assurance
- Shopping discounts via Blue Light Card and Bene£its website
- Recommend a Friend scheme – earn up to £500
- Free 24/7 wellbeing support, counselling, and advice
We’re an inclusive employer. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, if you have a disability and meet the basic role criteria, we’ll guarantee you an interview.
Ready to leave retail or hospitality behind? Apply now and start your feel-good career with Avenues
