Support Worker – Sheffield

Support Worker – Sheffield

Part-Time | 16 Hours Per Week | 2 Days Per Week | Community & Social Support

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Support Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred support to an individual in Sheffield.

This is a part-time position working 16 hours across 2 days per week, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced support worker looking for a consistent part-time role.

The successful candidate will provide one-to-one support, helping the individual access the community, enjoy social outings and take part in meaningful activities while promoting independence, confidence, choice and wellbeing.

The Role

This role is centred around providing positive, engaging and person-centred support.

You will support the individual to participate in activities they enjoy, access the local community and make the most of opportunities for social interaction and new experiences.

Responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one, person-centred support
• Supporting with social outings and community activities
• Encouraging independence, confidence and choice
• Supporting participation in hobbies, interests and meaningful activities
• Helping to plan enjoyable and appropriate days out
• Supporting communication and individual needs
• Promoting social inclusion and community engagement
• Maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
• Following the individual's support plan
• Recognising and responding appropriately to changes in needs
• Maintaining accurate records where required
• Ensuring the individual's safety, dignity and wellbeing at all times

About You

For this position, previous support work experience is required.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience supporting individuals with global developmental delay and additional support needs.

The successful candidate should be:

• Experienced in support work
• Experienced or knowledgeable in supporting someone with global developmental delay
• Patient, compassionate and understanding
• Confident providing one-to-one support
• Positive and enthusiastic about community activities and social outings
• Able to encourage independence without taking over
• Reliable and consistent
• A good communicator
• Professional while also being approachable and engaging
• Comfortable supporting an individual in the community

We are looking for someone who understands that excellent support is not simply about completing tasks. It is about helping someone participate, make choices, enjoy experiences and live as independently and confidently as possible.

Hours

16 hours per week

2 days per week

This position is specifically for candidates seeking a part-time role.

The successful candidate must be able to commit reliably to the agreed two working days each week.

Location

Sheffield

The role involves supporting the individual both at home where appropriate and out in the community, including social outings and activities.

What We Offer

• A consistent 16-hour part-time position
• Hours worked across just 2 days per week
• Meaningful one-to-one support work
• A supportive and professional working environment
• The opportunity to build a positive and consistent working relationship
• Training and ongoing support
• A role focused on independence, inclusion and quality of life

Important – Sponsorship

Please note: We are NOT offering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position.

Applicants must already have the appropriate right to work in the UK for this role.

Apply

If you are an experienced Support Worker who is passionate about helping people access their community, develop independence and enjoy meaningful social activities, we would love to hear from you.

When applying, please tell us about your previous support work experience and any experience you have supporting individuals with global developmental delay or similar additional needs.

Apply today to be considered for this part-time Support Worker opportunity in Sheffield.

Appointment will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including right-to-work checks, references and an appropriate DBS check.

Pay: £13.00-£16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person