Henshaws is a northern charity supporting people living with sight loss and a range of other disabilities to go beyond expectations. We believe that, wherever they are, everyone has the right to an independent and fulfilling life. Our support, advice and training enables people and their families build skills, develop confidence, help each other and look forward to a more positive future.
Henshaws does not offer Sponsorship you must have the Right to Work in the UK to qualify for an interview.
If you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please call 01423 886451 and ask to speak to a Care Manager or Assistant Care Manager.
Due to the nature of this service, we are looking for female only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.
Care Support Worker – Ribble Short Breaks Service
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks
Hours: Full‑time - includes some evenings and weekends - fixed shifts on a 3-week rolling rota
Salary: Care Level 2 - £13.73 per hour, with an additional £1.50 per hour supplement for weekend working
Total annual salary: £26,268.63 per annum
Holidays: 5 weeks annual leave plus 10 bank holidays
Why join us?
Henshaws is a northern charity supporting people with a range of disabilities to live independent and fulfilling lives. We believe everyone has the right to go beyond expectations, and we’re passionate about making that happen.
We are proud to have recently developed a specialist Short Breaks Service designed to provide high‑quality, person‑centred care and enriching experiences for individuals with additional and also complex needs. This innovative respite service offers a safe, supportive environment where people can enjoy meaningful short stays, while families gain peace of mind knowing their loved ones are cared for by a dedicated team. Joining us means being part of a pioneering project that is shaping the future of short‑breaks provision in the region.
About the role
As a Care Support Worker at Ribble Short Breaks Service, you will:
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Provide high‑quality personal care with dignity and respect.
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Support individuals with mobility, communication, independence, and daily living skills.
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Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, person‑centred support.
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Support the people we support to enjoy activities of their choice, including swimming, walking, cooking, leisure, and community engagement.
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Keep accurate records and contribute to care reviews and quality‑of‑life planning.
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Help maintain a safe, compliant environment through checks and audits.
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Promote best practice, dignity, independence, and safeguarding at all times.
About you
We’re looking for someone who is:
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Enthusiastic, respectful, and passionate about supporting young adults.
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Able to stay calm under pressure and work confidently as part of a team.
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Committed to promoting independence and choice.
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Willing to undertake mandatory training and work towards the Care Certificate.
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Flexible with working hours (including some evenings and weekends).
Experience in care, learning disabilities, autism, or complex needs is welcome but not essential. If you bring the right attitude, we will provide the skills.
Why work for Henshaws?
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A supportive team with a strong culture of care, empowerment, and collaboration.
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Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing professional development.
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Opportunities to develop specialist skills and progress within the organisation.
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Competitive salary and holiday entitlement.
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The chance to truly change lives every single day.
Apply now
If you’re ready to make a real difference and become part of a passionate, forward‑thinking team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us empower the people we support at Ribble Short Breaks Service to live their best possible lives.
Download an application form and send to [email protected]
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Apply through the link below
We offer flexible interview arrangements - including Saturdays!
An Enhanced DBS with barring (no cost) and reference checks will be sought from the successful candidate following successful interview.
Ability and willingness to assist students with their personal care requirements as needed, whilst maintaining their dignity.
Ability to support students in a way that promotes their independence and development in the education setting
NVQ 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care or willingness to complete in an agreed timeframe.
Willingness to undertake and achieve Skills for Care Induction Award within 12 weeks if no formal care qualifications.
Henshaws Society for Blind People aims to employ a diverse workforce and is committed to equality of employment and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
Henshaws is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. It is a criminal offence for people barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group e.g. vulnerable adults, children or both. An Enhanced DBS with barring and reference checks will be sought from the successful candidate.
Henshaws reserves the right to check social media accounts of all successful applicants.
Registered Charity No: 221888
Benefit: 5 Weeks annual Leave plus 10 day bank holiday (pro-rata for part-time and term-time staff), Option to buy one weeks extra annual leave (52 week contracts), Up to 3 days Paid Emergency Domestic Leave (after one years Service), A paid Wellbeing day (after one years service), Company Sick pay after completion of probationary period, Enhanced Maternity Pay, Enhanced Paternity Pay, Company Pension Scheme, Refer a friend bonus £150.00 (As an employee this is payable once your 'Friend' has started with Henshaws and they named you on their application form or CV), Long service Awards every 5 Years, Onsite Free parking, Access to discounted staff meals, Access to trained Mental Health First aiders, Employee assistance programme (EAP), Wellbeing Programme, Employee discount schemes (e.g Blue Light), Paid training, On the job training, Professional development support, Access to further qualifications, Career progression opportunities, DBS paid for by Henshaws
