Support Worker (Female Applicants Only GOQ/GOR Applies)
Job Reference: POTCMEH
Closing Date: 12th September 2025
Interview dates TBC
Rates of Pay:
£15.63 per hour weekdays
£16.67 per hour weekends
Double time Bank Holidays
NMW per hour for sleep in nights (unless the client is awake, then it will be £15.63 per hour)
Location: South Normanton, Alfreton, Derbyshire
Shifts: Various Shifts Available:
· Before and After School
· Evenings
· Nights
· Weekends
· School Holidays
Examples of shift times (subject to changes):
Weekdays after school 15:30-21:30
Weekday Nights 21:30-09:00
Weekend days 10:00-16:00, 16:00-22:00 (or longer shift)
Weekends Nights 22:00-10:00
Hours: Part time, variable
Job Summary
Do you have bags of personality and are you looking for some real job satisfaction?.... This could be the role for you FULL training will be provided. Please apply and come join our awesome team
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team and provide high-quality care and assistance to our young client. This role involves supporting the client with daily living activities, promoting independence, and ensuring their physical, emotional, and social well-being.
We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and flexible individual to join an existing and growing support team. We are looking for someone to assist the family in supporting and caring for their 14-year-old child who has a brain injury – this will be supporting the child to access social activities after school, during the holidays and weekends, and to also support them within the family home. Shifts are available overnight, weekends and before and after school.
This position requires that you work independently at times but also with the family and as part of a wider team. You will be joining a team of support workers who are fun and committed. You will work closely with a great team of therapists and the family who provide the highest standards of care and support. You will also receive high level support, and all necessary training will be provided.
You must work and conduct yourself in a manner that is acceptable to the employer. It is essential that you are reliable and trustworthy. It is important that you are sensitive to the needs and boundaries of the family and can support them in maintaining their structure and values.
Experience of working with young people or children with additional needs is preferred however not essential – what is most needed is a personality that matches the child's, you must have a willingness to learn, to play, to have fun and the ability to work flexibly.
Hours will be offered via a permanent contract, and a rota is provided in advance. An excellent rate of pay is offered.
If you have any questions or would like an informal chat, please do not hesitate to contact Emily Carnall on or email at
Take a look at what this young person, their family and current support team want you to know:
I want you to be:
Awesome, funny and know how to have fun
I love pop music, dancing, Mr Tumble and all things Disney. I also love to colour with my felt tips and water painting and absolutely love a McDonald's
Mum:
"The aim of the game is to socialise and foster independence in this most amazing 14 year old - this opportunity to work with such a fantastic and unique young lady might just change your life"
Current Support Workers:
"Working with this young lady is very rewarding – she is very loving and has a real funny side to her that is so uplifting"
"I always feel after a shift that I have achieved something, helping to bring her on"
"If you are lucky enough to work with this young lady you will never be short of chuckles and smiles"
"She is friendly, well-mannered and has a good sense of humour" "working with her has improved my life in a massive way"
Responsibilities
· Provide personal care, including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
· Support client with household tasks.
· Assist with medication administration and attend health appointments as required.
· Encourage and support client to engage in community, social, and recreational activities.
· Promote independence and support client in developing life skills.
· Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care provided.
· Follow individual care and support plans and report any changes or concerns to supervisors.
· Uphold dignity, respect, and confidentiality at all times.
Person Specification
Essential
· A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable individuals.
· Good verbal and written communication skills.
· Ability to build trusting relationships with clients and colleagues.
· Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Basic IT skills for recording and reporting.
· Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding practices.
· Right to work in the UK (unfortunately we do not offer sponsorship).
· Willingness to undergo a DBS check.
· Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable
· Previous experience in a care or support role.
· Level 2 or above qualification in Health and Social Care (or working towards it).
· First Aid and Manual Handling training.
· Knowledge of person-centred care approaches.
· Understanding of specific needs (e.g. learning disabilities, epilepsy).
Benefits
· Fully Enhanced DBS
· Blue Light Discount
· First Aid training
· Fully paid Induction
· Paid Essential Training
· Competitive rates of pay
· Ongoing training and professional development
· A supportive and inclusive team environment
· Opportunities to make a meaningful difference to our clients life.
Application Process: To apply, please complete the application via the link here:
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If you are still unable to access this link, please request the Application Form from, we cannot accept a CV.
Please use the Job Reference POTCMEH when completing or requesting your application form.
Second Stage: Shortlisting based on your application form, using the job description as reference.
Third Stage: Invite to formal interview either online or face to face. We ask that you make suitable arrangements for availability on the dates that will be specified for interview.
Final Stage: Meet and greet with our client and family.
We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Please contact us if you require any reasonable adjustments during our application process.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £15.63-£16.67 per hour
Work authorisation:
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Work Location: In person