Support Worker

Support WorkerSalary : £12.21 per hourLocation : Leicester LE4Contracted Hours : 37.5 hours per week (Fully Flexible, Alternative Weekends)Days and / or Nights : Days, but occasional night support may be requiredAbout Us : This Care Home provides exceptional care for individuals with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, complex needs, and challenging behaviours. The 22-bed service is designed to meet the needs of adults aged 18+ in a compassionate and nurturing environment. We are looking for an experienced Support Worker to join our dedicated team and make a real difference in the lives of our service users.The Role : As a Support Worker you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with varying needs. You will assist with day-to-day activities, promote independence, and offer emotional support, all while ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for everyone. This is a fully flexible role, offering a work-life balance with the expectation of working alternative weekends. Although your primary hours will be during the day, there may be occasions where night support is required.Key Responsibilities :

• Provide support to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and complex needs.
• Assist with daily living tasks, including personal care, meal preparation, and social activities.
• Encourage independence and support service users in achieving their personal goals.
• Work closely with colleagues and external professionals to deliver holistic care.
• Ensure the health and safety of service users and the home environment.
• Assist with monitoring and recording any changes in health and behaviour.Person Specification :
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience as a Support Worker (Essential).
• Experience working with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, complex needs, and challenging behaviour is highly desirable.
• Compassionate, patient, and understanding, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Ability to work flexibly and support both day and occasional night shifts.
• Strong communication skills and a team player.
• Full-time applicants only.Benefits :
• Competitive salary of £12.21 per hour.
• Fully flexible working hours (37.5 hours a week with alternative weekends).
• Opportunities for training and career development.
• A supportive and friendly working environment.Please Note :
• This is a full-time position.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults and have the experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you!Learning Disabilities Support Worker / Care Assistant / Personal Care Worker / Disability Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Specialist Support Worker / Community Support Worker / Learning Disability Practitioner / Care & Support Worker / Support Practitioner / Autism Support Worker / Residential Care Worker / Behavior Support Worker / Complex Needs Support Worker / Senior Support Worker / Wellbeing Support Worker / Supported Living Worker / Outreach Support Worker / Individual Needs Support Worker