Female Support Worker

Job description

Are you ready to make a real difference in someone's life Apply today to join our team where your kindness, energy and care can truly change lives!
We are inviting compassionate, committed individuals to join our team of Support Workers in our Supported Living settings. This is a rewarding and meaningful role, supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, complex needs, and behaviours that challenge, helping them lead safe, independent, and fulfilling lives.
You'll play a vital part in helping the people we support to live with independence and purpose. This includes assisting with everyday routines, building confidence, and creating opportunities for personal growth and enjoyment.
Location : Loughborough
Job Type : Full-Time (36 hours per week)
Salary : £13.50 per hour
Shifts : Days and Waking Nights - includes weekend and bank holiday working
What We Offer:
£13.50 per hour.
36-hour Full-Time Contract.
Comprehensive in-person training to set you up for success.
Personal development and progression opportunities.
Casual Dress - no uniform required.
28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
Supportive management.

What We're Looking For:
Minimum one years' experience in a support or care role.
Confident working with individuals with complex needs or behaviours that challenge.
Strong communication skills and emotional resilience.
A passion and drive to make a difference.
A team player with a proactive, person-centred approach.

Requirements:
Must be 18 or over.
Must have the right to work in the UK.
Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting.
This post is open to female applicants only , as the role involves providing support to an individual for whom this is an assessed and documented genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

What You'll Be Doing:
Promote and support independence, choice, dignity and respect at all times.
Supporting individuals with their daily living activities, including medication, meals, shopping, budgeting, household tasks, and may also include personal care.
Encourage social inclusion and confidence in the community.
Monitor and promote individuals physical and mental wellbeing.
Follow and implement person-centred support plans.
Support individuals with their personal goals.
Use your experience and training to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours.
Work collaboratively with your team to maintain consistent, high-q...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Loughborough

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