Female Support Worker

Homecare Direct Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A national home care provider in Preston is seeking female Personal Care Assistants to provide dedicated support to a client with learning disabilities and severe epilepsy. The role requires 24 hours a week on flexible shifts, providing essential personal care and fostering a fulfilling lifestyle for the client. Ideal candidates will possess empathy, previous care experience, and a commitment to person-centered care. Comprehensive training is provided, with a full DBS required.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Paid training

24/7 on-call assistance

Qualifications

• Compassionate and committed to providing person-centered care.
• Understanding of learning disabilities and epilepsy is preferred.
• Previous care experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support in a home environment.
• Assist with medications and meal times.
• Encourage participation in community activities.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Compassion

Reliability

Job description

Preston, United Kingdom | Posted on 26/11/2025

Location: Ribbleton, Preston
Hours: 2 x positions for 24 hours per week
Pay: £12.21 per hour

About HomeCareDirect

HomeCareDirect is a leading national provider of personalised home care. We are dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate, and person‑centred care while ensuring our staff receive high‑quality training, supervision, and career development opportunities.

Why Join Us?

As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced bank holiday pay
• Paid training

Ongoing Support & Recognition

• Dedicated Regional Care Lead & Nurse support
• 24/7 on‑call assistance
• Long Service Awards
• PA of the Quarter Awards

The Role

As a Personal Care Assistant, you’ll be part of our client’s dedicated support team, providing essential care in their home. You’ll be employed by HomeCareDirect but will focus solely on supporting this client.

We are looking to recruit 2 x PAs for this role, both for 24 hours a week. Shifts will be for days, and flexibility will be required across all days of the week to meet the needs of the client. Shifts can be discussed during the interview stage.

About the Client & Your Responsibilities

Our client is a lovely lady with learning disabilities and severe epilepsy. She lives at home with her parents and requires 24/7 support to effectively manage her needs and ensure her safety.

The client experiences the greatest sense of happiness in her familiar home environment, surrounded by trusted PA’s. It is essential that her care is provided in a calming, low‑arousal setting to promote her well‑being.

She enjoys engaging with the community through visits to local parks and shops. PA’s will play a vital role in fostering a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle by encouraging her to take part in the various activities that she enjoys such as jigsaw puzzles, building with blocks, watching television and strolling through her garden.

Additionally, PA’s will assist her with personal care, mealtimes and the administration of her medications. We are looking for a support worker who is calm, empathetic and understanding, to provide the quality of support she requires.

Training & Support

We provide comprehensive, paid training (to CQC standards) before your start date, covering:

• Full induction
• Moving & Handling
• Medication Care / Personal Care
• Epilepsy Awareness / Learning Disabilities / Challenging Behaviours

All training must be completed prior to start date and is paid at minimum wage.

Requirements

• This position is female‑only, in accordance with The Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9 Part 1
• Driver with a full UK licence and own vehicle is essential
• Previous care experience is desirable
• Good knowledge of epilepsy and learning disabilities is preferred
• A compassionate, reliable, and committed individual
• Commitment to long‑term, person‑centred care

Join a Team That Cares

At HomeCareDirect, we are committed to safe, fair recruitment and ensuring all staff are vetted, trained, and supervised to the highest standards. A full, enhanced DBS certificate will be obtained for this role.

If you’re looking to join a growing team where you’ll be valued, supported, and have a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you.