Specialist Care Support Worker – Winchester

Job description

Female* Specialist Care Support Worker
Location: Winchester Service: Specialist Care
Shifts Available:
Weekdays and Weekends (7am - 2pm / 2pm - 10 pm)
Additional hours available on an overtime bank basis.

We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Female Support Worker to join our Specialist Care team in Winchester on a bank contract.
In this rewarding role, you will provide person-centred care to a young adult with complex needs, supporting them to lead independent, fulfilling, and meaningful lives.
If you're passionate about making a genuine impact and enjoy varied, hands-on work, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.

Pay & Benefits
Competitive pay: £13.20 – £14.75 per hour
6 weeks paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
Paid day off for your birthday
Paid training time (National Living Wage)
Free QCF / Care qualifications (with pay enhancements above Level 2)
Free branded uniform and lanyard
Blue Light Card – national retail & online discounts
Employer contributory pension scheme
Career development & progression opportunities
About the Role
No two days are the same – your role will include:
Supporting with personal care and daily living tasks
Assisting with cooking, cleaning, and household duties
Supporting attendance at appointments and community activities
Encouraging independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
Supporting hobbies and interests (e.g. Cooking, arts & crafts, music, gaming, dancing)
Working with individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and complex care needs
Using positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques
Working in environments where pets (including dogs) may be present
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
A female support worker
Experienced in supporting individuals with complex needs
Calm, resilient, and confident in challenging situations
Passionate about person-centred care
Supportive of independence and personal development
Willing to learn and develop professionally
Comfortable working in homes with pets
A full UK driving licence holder (essential)
About SCA Care
Social Care in Action (SCA Care) provides high-quality Home Care, Live-in Care, Day Care, Extra Care, and Specialist Care services across Hampshire. Our mission is to empower people to live their best lives through compassionate, professional, and personalised support.

Important Information
* Female applicants only (Genuine Occupational Requirement under Equality Act 2010)
Enhanced DBS check required (provided by SCA)
Applicants must be UK residents with the right to work in the UK (CoS not available)
Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
SCA Care is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and guarantee an interview to applicants who disclose a disability and meet the essential criteria.

Due to high application volumes, if you do not hear from us within one week, your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Winchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

30-10-2026

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