Job Introduction
Female Support Worker
Location: Armthorpe, Doncaster
Pay rate: £14.00 per hour - Weekly or Monthly pay available
Shift pattern: 1 x 36 hours & 2 x 30 hours per week
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 7:30am - 10:00am & 14:30pm - 19:00pm
Wednesday - 7:30am - 19:00pm
Saturday - 9:00am - 17:00pm
Sunday - 9:0am - 15:00pm
You must have a Full UK Manual Drivers License and be over 21 to drive the person we supports Mobility Van.
We are looking for a warm, reliable and attentive Female Support Worker to join our team supporting a sociable, fun‑loving 22‑year‑old woman with complex health needs. She lives at home with her parents, siblings and friendly pet dog, so you’ll be joining a lively, welcoming household.
She loves sensory play, pamper sessions, girlie time, and getting out and about for activities. Although non‑verbal, she communicates through facial expressions once you get to know her.
Who You’ll Be Supporting
She has a number of health needs, and you’ll receive full training to support her safely and confidently. These include:
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Severe Epileptic Encephalopathy (vagal nerve stimulator in situ but no longer functioning)
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Learning disability
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Hypotonic dystonic spasms
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Gastrostomy and fundoplication
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Scoliosis (spinal rod surgery)
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Registered blind – limited vision, responds to light
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Requires oral suction
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Full support with all aspects of daily living
What We're Looking For
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
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A driver aged 21+ who can drive a manual mobility van
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You must not be restricted to the amount of hours you can work
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Compassionate, patient and person‑centred
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Comfortable working 1:1
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Confident supporting someone with complex health needs (training provided)
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Able to read and respond to non‑verbal communication
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Comfortable working in a busy family home
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Happy to get involved in sensory activities, pampering and community outings
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Reliable & Observant
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Comfortable and Confident communicating with emergency services
Who We Are
acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life. Our teams are passionate about delivering person‑centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.
What Happens Next?
If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply by sending us your CV through the job link.
If you meet the requirements, one of our Specialist Recruitment Partners will be in touch to arrange an interview.
acuity care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
What We Offer
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Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants and travel brands
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Westfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs
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Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationships
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Blue Light Card – discounts and free event tickets
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acuity academy – training, qualifications and continuous professional development
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Career progression within the organisation
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Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £500
This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from women for this position.
