Female Support Workers x 2 -Part Time (20 hours per week)
Please note-we are NOT sponsoring for this role
Salary: £12.60 per hour
Hours: 20 hours per week
* Enhanced payments for Bank Holidays
* Supplementary pay for Sleepover Duties
Location: LS17 6
Ready to make a meaningful difference every day?
At Leeds Jewish Welfare Board (LJWB), we’ve been supporting individuals and families across North Leeds for over 145 years. We’re proud to provide essential care and support to over 1,000 people each month—and now we’re looking for someone special to join our team.
We’re on the lookout for a Support Worker who is caring, enthusiastic, and ready to be a positive presence in the lives of adults with learning disabilities. If you're the kind of person who leads with empathy, loves a good day out, and wants to help others live life to the fullest—you might be just who we’re looking for.
Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
About the Role
You'll be working in one of our three well-established Kosher residential homes, all rated Good by the CQC. These homes are more than just places to live—they’re warm, welcoming communities filled with fun, laughter, and purpose.
No two days are the same! From supporting with day-to-day routines to joining residents on outings, activities, and appointments, you'll be helping each person live a happy, independent, and meaningful life.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Offering personalised care and support in daily routines
* Helping with cooking, household tasks, and maintaining a safe, happy home
* Driving/accompanying residents on outings and to appointments
* Encouraging independence and promoting wellbeing every step of the way
What You’ll Need:
* A valid UK driving licence preferred
* NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or a willingness to complete the Care Certificate with us)
* Great communication skills – both spoken and written
* A flexible, proactive attitude – able to work weekends and bank holidays
* Experience working with people with learning disabilities (preferred)
* The right to work in the UK
Why Work With LJWB?
We’re more than just colleagues—we’re a team that genuinely cares. You’ll be welcomed into a positive, inclusive work environment where support, fun, and community are at the heart of everything we do.
What You’ll Get:
* Free DBS
* Free Life Assurance Cover
* Great Employee Assistance Package
* Access to Blue Light Card Discounts
* Free car parking at most services
* Free life assurance cover
* Refer A Friend recruitment initiative
* Extra day of leave increase after 3 years’ service up to a maximum of 3 extra days
A Place Where Everyone Belongs
LJWB is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make reasonable adjustments to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Interested? We'd love to hear from you!
To ensure you meet the essential criteria, please request the full job specification before applying.
Email: recruitment@ljwb.co.uk
Call: 07812 753195 for more information or an informal chat.
Recruitment is ongoing – we may close the vacancy early once we find the right candidate.
If you don’t hear from us within three weeks, we’re sorry to say your application was not successful on this occasion.
Please note: All roles are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
Come join a team where care is at the heart of everything we do.
Be part of something special. Be part of LJWB.
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