Advanced Support Worker

Community Integrated Care; Kendal; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health and social care charity in Kendal seeks an Advanced Support Worker to support a lady in her home and community. The role involves providing compassionate care, assisting with communication using alternative methods, and fostering independence. Applicants should have a Level 3 qualification in Social Care or relevant experience, alongside a passion for helping individuals live fulfilling lives. Training in Positive Behaviour Support and Makaton is provided. Flexible hours are available for dedicated workers.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Ongoing training & career progression

Wellbeing investment

Qualifications

• Experience with autism, sensory communication, and physical health needs.
• Passionate about helping people live independently.
• Brilliant mentor and team player.

Responsibilities

• Support a lady in her home and community.
• Provide 24-hour support for independent living.
• Assist with communication and daily activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Experience with mental health

Alternative communication methods

Ability to support with frustration

Education

Level 3 qualification in Social Care

Job description

What makes Community Integrated Care a great place to work:

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• £14.42 per hour – because your time and care are valuable
• Do what you love – hobbies, chats, walks, cooking… it’s all part of the job
• Multi award‑winning charity – we reinvest profits into YOU and the people we support
• Supportive leadership – we’ve got your back, always
• No uniforms – just comfy, casual clothes
• Flexible shifts – work available shifts around your current commitments
• Shopping discounts – because treats are important
• Ongoing training & career progression – grow with us
• Recommend‑a‑Friend bonus – bring your besties
• Financial hardship fund – we’re here when life gets tough
• Wellbeing investment – your health matters
• Free DBS check – we’ve got it covered
• Spend your whole shift with one person – build real connections

Who We Are

We’re one of the UK’s largest health and social care charities, and we’re proud to be pioneers in person‑centred care. Our vision? Your Life, Your Choice. Our strategy? Best Lives Possible. And our vibe? Supportive, passionate, and always up for making a difference.

Whether you’re new to care or a seasoned pro, we’ll give you the tools, training, and TLC to thrive. Because when you go the extra mile for others, we go the extra mile for you.

Who you’ll be supporting & more about the role:

Advanced Support Worker – Kendal (Bank/Casual)

We’re looking for a compassionate and skilled Advanced Support Worker to join our team in Kendal, supporting a lady in her home and community. She lives independently in a downstairs flat and requires 24‑hour support to live a fulfilling and empowered life.

About the Person You’ll Support

• Communicates using pen & paper or a Lite Writer
• Loves music, YouTube (especially cat videos!), shopping, and coffee shops
• Enjoys exploring new places by bus or train
• Big fan of cats and a good giggle
• Loves trips to the park (especially the swings!)
• Uses a PEG regime for medication (training provided)
• Uses a wheelchair in the community

Key Traits Needed

Patience, understanding, and the ability to support when fixated or frustrated.

What’s Important to Them

• Staff who understand their communication style and give them time
• Their family
• Going to the bank
• Music, YouTube, and cats
• Shopping and walking

About You

• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Social Care (or have strong experience)
• Have experience with mental health, autism, sensory communication, and physical health needs
• Are passionate about helping people live independently
• Are a brilliant mentor and team player
• Are confident using alternative communication methods

Shift Pattern & Hours

• Bank/Casual shifts
• Shifts: 10:00am–10:00pm followed by a sleepover
• Morning shift: starts at 7:30am after sleepover

Training & Development

We’ll support your growth with specialist training in:

• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
• Makaton
• Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
• PEG feeding

Important Note

Sometimes the people we support really need a male or female person to support them. For this particular role, a female colleague is required. This is a genuine occupational requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Your values

Got heart? You’re halfway there. At Community Integrated Care, we know it takes someone special to work in social care. We hire based on values, employment experience and lived experience, welcoming people from all walks of life: seasoned Support Workers, Care Assistants, Veterans, those with lived experience, or even total newbies with a passion to care.

Curious about the role? Reach out to our Recruitment Specialist, Eva Otto, at [e-mail].

✅ If this sounds like your kind of job, hit ‘Apply’ and fill out our short form.

Need adjustments during the process? Just email [e-mail].

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. Good luck—we can’t wait to meet you!