Support Worker - Days - 12 month maternity cover

Job description

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Woodhouse Hall

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

DescriptionWoodhouse Hall is looking to recruit a Support Worker to join the team. This is a full time, 36 hour role covering day shifts on a 12 month fixed term contract.

Woodhouse Hall is located in East Ardsley, in West Yorkshire. It offers residential support for 19 adult males and females with a range of needs. These include people with a learning disability, mental health needs, people on the autism spectrum, and those with a personality disorder. We are in a semi-rural location, off the main road from East Ardsley to Tingley.

We can also support people with:

Difficulties with communication

Mild to moderate behaviours that may challenge

Trauma

What you'll be doingYou will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents' wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents.

Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.

Encourage and assist participation in activities and community life.

Support service users in achieving their personal outcomes in the way they choose.

Maintain accurate records, care plans, charts, and daily notes.

Build positive relationships with service users, families, colleagues, and stakeholders.

Uphold safety, security, and confidentiality in line with policies and regulations.

Act as a key worker for individuals, helping them to set goals and track progress.

Promote choice, independence, and involvement at all times.

Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing ideas and suggestions.

What you'll bring to the role

A caring and respectful approach to supporting others.

Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.

Strong communication and relationship‐building skills.

Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies, and procedures.

Experience in care or support work (desirable, but not essential – training provided)

Full UK driving licence for minimum of 3 years (desirable, but not essential)

What we will give you in return

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

East Ardsley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English