Job Description
Female Specialist Care Support Worker Location: WinchesterService: Specialist CareShifts Available: 01: Saturday long day (07:0022:00) + Sunday mornings + additional annual leave cover02: Monday, Wednesday & Friday (07:0017:00)We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and experienced Female Support Workers to join our Specialist Care team in Winchester.In this rewarding role, you will provide person-centred care to young adults with complex needs, supporting them to lead independent, fulfilling, and meaningful lives.If youre passionate about making a genuine impact and enjoy varied, hands-on work, wed love to hear from you.Please note: A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.About the Role As a Specialist Care Support Worker, you will support individuals with their social, emotional, and physical wellbeing, promoting independence and inclusion in line with SCA Cares values.No two days are the same your role will include: Supporting with personal care and daily living tasksAssisting with cooking, cleaning, and household dutiesSupporting attendance at appointments and community activitiesEncouraging independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeingSupporting hobbies and interests (e.g. cooking, arts & crafts, music, gaming, dancing)Working with individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and complex care needsUsing positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniquesWorking in environments where pets (including dogs) may be presentAbout You We are looking for someone who is: Experienced in supporting individuals with complex needsCalm, resilient, and confident in challenging situationsPassionate about person-centred careSupportive of independence and personal developmentWilling to learn and develop professionallyComfortable working in homes with petsA full UK driving licence holder (essential)Pay & Benefits Competitive pay: £13.00 £14.75 per hour6 weeks paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)Paid day off for your birthdayGuaranteed hour contracts availablePaid training time (National Living Wage)Free QCF / Care qualifications (with pay enhancements above Level 2)Free branded uniform and lanyardBlue Light Card national retail & online discountsEmployer contributory pension schemeCareer development & progression opportunitiesAbout 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 licenceEquality, 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.TPBN1_UKTJ