Community Support Worker

We are not able to offer Sponsorship for Non - UK citizens.

Support and Housing Ltd provides high-quality care and support to vulnerable adults and adults living within the community. We are committed to the highest standards of care, delivered through a multi-disciplinary approach centred on our service users and the people who matter most to them. Our aim is to help individuals build positive, fulfilling lifestyles and lead the fullest possible life within their community.

We are currently recruiting full-time and part-time Community Care Support Workers to join our growing team. We offer flexible working hours to fit around your lifestyle, including a limited number of school-hours vacancies, making this an excellent opportunity for parents, carers, students, and those seeking a better work-life balance.

As this is a community-based role, applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a reliable vehicle.

What you'll do:

As a Community Care Support Worker, you will provide person-centred care and support to vulnerable adults in their own homes and within the local community. Your duties will include:

• Personal care support: Assisting individuals with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, grooming, and other daily living activities while maintaining dignity and respect.
• Meal preparation and nutrition: Supporting service users with planning, preparing, and enjoying nutritious meals and drinks.
• Medication support: Assisting with medication administration and reminding service users to take prescribed medication in line with care plans and company policies.
• Community support and appointments: Accompanying service users to medical appointments, social activities, shopping trips, and other community engagements to help maintain their independence and wellbeing.
• Companionship and emotional support: Building positive relationships with service users by providing companionship, encouragement, and emotional support to reduce loneliness and improve quality of life.
• Promoting independence: Encouraging service users to maintain and develop life skills, confidence, and independence wherever possible.

What we're looking for:

Previous care experience is welcomed but not essential as full training will be provided. We are looking for caring, compassionate individuals who are committed to making a positive difference in people's lives.

• Compassion and empathy: A genuine desire to support vulnerable adults and promote their wellbeing.
• Excellent communication skills: Ability to build positive relationships with service users, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Reliable and professional: Dependable, trustworthy, and able to work independently in the community.
• Flexible and resilient: Comfortable adapting to changing situations and service user needs.
• Team player: Able to work collaboratively with colleagues while also managing lone working responsibilities.
• Driving essential: Due to the community-based nature of this role, applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Right to Work: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we do not offer sponsorship.

Why join us?

• Rewarding work: Make a meaningful difference to vulnerable adults living in your local community.
• Comprehensive training: Full induction and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Career progression: Opportunities to develop your skills and advance within the organisation.
• Supportive team environment: Join a small, caring and professional team committed to high-quality care.
• Employee wellbeing support: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support, legal advice, and wellbeing resources.
• Competitive benefits package: We pay £13.50 p/h plus 45p per mile for travel, annual leave entitlement and other company benefits.

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 40.0 per week

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Full UK Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person