Job description

Female Support Worker

Location: Dunscroft, Doncaster

Pay: £14 per hour flat rate (Weekly or Monthly pay available)

Shifts: 30 hours per week across the below shifts - Must be available to support on weekdays and weekends

• Mornings: MondaySunday, 05:30am08:30am

• Afternoons/Evenings: MondaySaturday, 14:30pm21:30pm

• Waking Nights:

  • MondayFriday, 21:30pm09:00am

  • Weekends, 21:3008:30

About the Role

We are recruiting a female Support Worker to join a dedicated care team supporting a young male with complex medical and developmental needs in his family home. He is a cheeky, playful character who enjoys sensory play, music, tapping rhythms, being read to, and relaxing with TV. He is non-verbal and engages through sound, touch, and sensory interaction.

This is a very busy household with parents, two siblings (both with ASD/ADHD), and a small dog. The home is also highly clinical, with multiple pieces of medical equipment in daily use.

Clinical & Care Environment

The young person has multiple health needs including:

• Kabuki Syndrome

• Global Development Delay

• Poor swallow and high risk of choking

• Chronic lung disease

• Registered blind

• Jej and PEG feeding

• Drainage and feral bags

• Oral suction

• Nebuliser use

You do not need clinical qualifications as full training is provided but you must be comfortable working around medical equipment, tubes, and a fast-paced care routine. For someone without prior experience, the setup can look daunting, so confidence and willingness to learn are essential.

Essential Requirements

• Female applicants only (personal care requirement)

• Excellent spoken and written English,clear communication is vital

• Physically able to support a strong young person during movement and care tasks

• Non-smoker (strictly required due to respiratory needs)

• Comfortable working in a lively home with siblings who have ASD/ADHD

• Able to follow a strict, fast-paced routine

• Confident supporting someone who is non-verbal and sensory-driven

• Weekend availability

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

• Westfield Rewards exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants and travel brands
• Westfield Health Cash Plan including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs
• Employee Assistance Programme confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationships
• Blue Light Card discounts and free event tickets
• acuity academy training, qualifications and continuous professional development
• Career progression within the organisation
• 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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dunsville

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£14.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-06-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

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