Job Description
Job Title:
Support Worker
Organisation:
Leicestershire County Council
Work Location:
Melton Short Breaks & Supported Living Services, Victor Avenue, Melton Mowbray, LE13 0GG
Worker Category:
Fixed Location Worker
Salary:
Grade 6 £25,995 - £26,409 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) (£ £13.68 per hour)
Working Hours:
1 x 30 hours post per week (Must be able to work flexibly and participate in a staff rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays between the hours of 7am and 10pm)
Contract Type:
Permanent
Closing Date:
25 th February 2026
Interview Date(s):
4 th March 2026
Please note: This role is open to FEMALE Applicants only.
The role does not meet the eligibility requirements for new visa sponsorship applications therefore you must already have the right to work in the UK in order to apply.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a direct difference to people's lives? Our friendly team at Melton Short Breaks & Supported Living Services are looking for 1 support worker (1 x 30 hours posts) to join our team. Melton Short Breaks & Supported Living Services is a purpose-built short break centre, alongside 5 supported living bungalows, providing respite and supported living care for adults with learning disability, Autism, Physical disabilities and Sensory impairments. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work as part of our team, to provide person centred care.
In return, you will have the opportunity to develop and progress within a large public sector organisation, with opportunities to thrive in a modern and flexible working environment, have access to an excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, along with a generous annual leave entitlement.
About The Role
We are looking for people who can help us to deliver high quality care and support to adults with learning differences (disability) in our Supported Living Service.
You will deliver day to day support, providing assistance with personal care, promoting choice and control alongside maximising independence.
You don't need to have any previous formal experience in care, we are interested in people who share our values to join our committed team and celebrate individuality and diversity.
We will provide the training needed (in work-time) and have a team behind you to mentor, coach and support your journey.
You will work in accordance with Leicestershire County Council's Employee Code of Conduct, Skills for Care Code of Conduct for Adult Social Care Workers.
We will meet the training costs and the DBS enhanced check (Adults Barred List) for a regulated activity required for this post.
About You
To apply for this post, you must be able to meet all of the following:
* Demonstrate a commitment to providing high quality care and support which maximises independence, is anti-discriminatory, and adheres to relevant regulations and procedures (such as Adult Safeguarding and Valuing People Now).
* The ability to use available equipment to assist with moving and handling service users and to support people with complex needs.
* Effective communication skills, including the ability to engage with service users who may use alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, picture boards, signs).
* Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and remain calm under pressure.
* The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, responding effectively to crisis situations.
* IT and written skills sufficient to write and maintain clear, concise records.
* Be responsive to meet the changing needs of a 24/7 service, including being able to work flexibly and participate in a staff rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays, and be willing to attend meetings or training outside of normal working hours.
We'd also expect you to share
our commitment to our values
and will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the interview process.
Interested in Flexible Working?
We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.
For More Information Or An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Name: Sharon Duffus
Telephone:
To contact me by email, please click here
How To Apply
Leicestershire County Council is an inclusive organisation which is on a journey to embed and celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion at every level. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, as having a diverse workforce with different perspectives and ideas is fundamental to our values and enriches the services, we offer our communities. We particularly welcome applicants from Ethnically Diverse and LGBTQ Plus communities and people with disabilities to create a balanced workforce and one that reflects the communities we serve. Applicants with a disability who meet the criteria listed in the 'About You' section above will be offered an interview under the Disability Confident Employer Scheme.
To apply for this job, please click 'Apply Now'. You will need to upload your CV and a supporting statement as part of your application which explains how you meet the criteria listed in the 'About You' section above. For more information, see the How to Apply section on our career site.
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By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.
About Us
About Leicestershire County Council
At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone.
Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose.
Benefits
For further information on what it's like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following:
Our Recruitment Process
Our Organisational Values
Our Employee Benefits
Working for Us