SUPPORT WORKER – COMPLEX CARE AND SUPPORTED LIVING
Location: Leicester
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Contract: Full-time
Shifts: Days, nights, weekends and bank holidays
Please note: This role does not include sleep-in shifts.
IMPORTANT RIGHT-TO-WORK REQUIREMENT
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK and be able to demonstrate that their current immigration status allows them to work for at least two years from the proposed start date.
About the role
BSL Care Services Ltd is looking for compassionate, reliable and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our supported living and complex care services in Leicester.
You will support adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and complex care requirements to live as independently as possible. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to people’s lives while developing your career in health and social care.
Previous care experience is desirable, but applicants with the right values, transferable skills and willingness to learn may also be considered.
Your responsibilities
- Delivering safe, respectful and person-centred support
- Supporting People We Support with daily living and personal care where required
- Promoting independence, dignity, choice and community participation
- Supporting with meals, shopping, appointments and household activities
- Administering medication once trained and assessed as competent
- Following care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support plans
- Completing accurate daily notes, medication records and incident reports
- Recognising and reporting safeguarding, health or wellbeing concerns
- Supporting people who may display behaviours of concern
- Working positively with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals
- Maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality
- Attending training, supervision and team meetings
What we are looking for
- A caring, patient and respectful approach
- A genuine commitment to supporting adults to live fulfilling lives
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Reliability and the ability to work effectively within a team
- Confidence using electronic care and rota systems
- Ability to remain calm and make safe decisions
- Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends and bank holidays
- Willingness to complete mandatory training and competency assessments
- Previous experience in adult social care or complex care is desirable
- Medication experience is desirable but not essential
- A Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is desirable, or a willingness to work towards one
- A full UK driving licence is desirable
- An existing right to work in the UK that remains valid for at least two years from the proposed start date
Why join BSL Care Services?
- Competitive pay of £13.45 per hour
- Guaranteed full-time employment
- A meaningful role where you can make a genuine difference
- Comprehensive induction and mandatory training
- Ongoing support, supervision and professional development
- Opportunities to gain further skills and care qualifications
- Experience within supported living and complex care services
- The opportunity to join a growing and supportive care organisation
Pre-employment requirements
Appointment is subject to:
- A satisfactory enhanced DBS and relevant barred-list check
- Satisfactory employment references and pre-employment checks
- Evidence of your ongoing right to work in the UK for at least two years from the proposed start date
- Successful completion of induction, training and probation
Please do not apply if you require visa sponsorship now or within the next two years, as BSL Care Services Ltd is unable to provide sponsorship for this position.
About BSL Care Services
BSL Care Services Ltd is committed to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred support. We promote independence, dignity, choice and inclusion for every person we support.
We are committed to safeguarding adults at risk and expect all employees to share this responsibility. We are also committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and reasonable adjustments will be considered throughout the recruitment process.
Apply today
If you are compassionate, dependable and ready to build a rewarding career in care, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with your current CV and clearly confirm your availability and current UK right-to-work status.
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leicester LE5 2HU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Please briefly describe your experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, behaviours of concern or other complex care needs.
- Are you available to work full-time across a flexible rota, including day shifts, night shifts, weekends and bank holidays?
- Tell us how you would respond if a person you were supporting became distressed or displayed behaviour that could place themselves or others at risk.
- Do you currently have the right to work in the UK for at least two years from your proposed start date without requiring sponsorship from BSL Care Services Ltd?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Care and Support Worker: 2 years (required)
- Supported Living: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
