Female Support Worker
£12.71 per hour | Driver Essential (Full clean UK licence, 21+ for insurance purposes)
Shift Patterns: Monday to Sunday, flexibility required. This role includes working regular weekends as part of the rota. Days and shifts will be discussed and agreed with the client, with advance planning wherever possible. Two consecutive days off during the week can be accommodated.
Typical Working Pattern: Weekdays - Morning/ Early afternoon & Weekends
Hours: 24hrs per week Location: Preston, PR1
Love being out and about, staying active and making a difference? Turn that into a rewarding career
If you enjoy supporting someone to live independently while staying connected to the things they love, this could be the perfect role for you. As a Support Worker, you will play a key part in helping someone maintain their lifestyle, interests and independence.
Meet Our Client
You will be supporting a woman in her 40s who lives at home with her family. She is looking for support to help her live a fulfilling and enjoyable life while staying safe and independent. She has learning disabilities and epilepsy, so requires consistent support with her wellbeing and daily routines. She enjoys spending time in the community, including going out for drives, visiting local parks and exploring local shops. She also enjoys an annual family holiday with her relatives.
About the Role
- Providing 1:1 support with daily routines and activities
- Personal care support
- Supporting with medication administration
- Seizure awareness and support in line with care plan
- Supporting community access, including drives, parks and shopping trips
- Encouraging independence and engagement in activities
- Promoting safety, wellbeing and consistency of care
About You
- Full clean UK driving licence (21+ required for insurance purposes)
- 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
- Calm, observant and responsive
- Care experience preferred
- Committed to providing safe, respectful and consistent support
- Knowledge of epilepsy and learning disabilities is desirable
- Committed to providing safe, respectful and consistent support
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
- Perkbox Employee Benefits – Unlock discounts at major retailers, cashback offers, wellbeing resources and exclusive employee rewards
Every shift you work makes a genuine difference. You will be supported, valued, and part of a team that recognises your contribution.
Apply now and make a difference every day!
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Application question(s):
- Are you looking for a Certificate of Sponsorship? (We do NOT offer sponsorship): Yes / No
- Please state your current right to work status (e.g. British Citizen, Settled Status, Skilled Worker visa, Graduate visa, etc.). If on a visa, please specify the visa type.*
Licence/Certification:
- Full UK driving licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
