Support Worker Carer

Job description

About The Mayfield Trust
We are a charity based in Calderdale who provide support for people with a learning disability; our mission is to help people live life to the full. We have a wide range of services including supported living, an LD nursing home, outreach, community based day opportunities and a thriving activity centre.
Job Summary
We are seeking support workers to provide compassionate, person-led support to individuals with support needs, ensuring their safety and well-being. Working closely with night staff for continuity of care.
These roles are part of our Supported Living and LD Nursing Home Teams, working in partnership with individuals, families, and professionals to create safe, meaningful, and empowering environments.
You will help people live purposeful lives, build relationships, and achieve personal goals.
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals while working within a supportive team.
Hours
Supported Living 37.5hrs per week / LD Nursing Home 31hrs per week.
Working 12-hour shifts on a Rota basis, covering a 24-hour support service across 7 days a week.
Benefits
Paid training and access to a wide variety of vocational learning and development opportunities.
Funded Blue Light Card which gives access to over 15,000 discounts both online and in-store.
Supportive, values-led culture.
Opportunity to develop your career in social care.
28 days full time equivalent holidays each year, including bank holidays.
Key Responsibilites
Build trusting relationships with the people you support, respecting their choices, dignity, and individuality.
Deliver responsive, person-centred support in line with individual plans, including PBS strategies.
Support with daily routines such as personal care, meals, medication, and household tasks, always promoting independence.
Encourage participation in community life, hobbies, and personal development activities.
Keep accurate records of wellbeing, progress, and incidents using agreed systems.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals to ensure consistent and holistic support.
Contribute to the development and review of support plans, risk assessments, a...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Halifax

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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