Support Worker

SOLO SUPPORT SERVICES LTD; Southwell CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support service is seeking a Support Worker in Southwell, Nottinghamshire, to assist an elderly lady with daily living activities. The role includes meal preparation, mobility support, and social interaction. Ideal candidates are caring, communicative, and flexible, with a clean driving license required. This permanent role offers 5.6 weeks of holiday, company pension, and free training. Approximately 10 hours per week, with a competitive hourly rate of £12.92, rising to £13.40 after training.

Benefits

5.6 weeks holiday per year

Company pension scheme

Free training and development

Cash Back Health Plan

Qualifications

• Local residence preferred for travel ease.
• Car driver with full, clean driving license required.
• Previous experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for daily activities.
• Assist with mobility and meal preparation.
• Encourage social interaction and community engagement.

Skills

Caring attitude

Good communication

Willingness to learn

Sense of humour

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: Support Worker

Location: Southwell, Nottinghamshire

Hourly Rate: £12.92 rising to £13.40 once training successfully completed.

Hours Per Week: 10 hours across a week – shift pattern to be discussed.

Vacancy Type: Permanent

About the Role

I am an independent elderly lady living with type 2 respiratory failure. I live in my own home and require 1:1 support each morning and evening to help me with preparing meals and drinks, chores around the home, mobility support and support with my Nippy respiratory mask. Social Interaction is very important to me, I have a good sense of humour and enjoy being around people who are relaxed, respectful and kind. I am learning to play bridge, enjoy crafts and the theatre and socialising with friends. I am looking for a personal assistant to support me within my own home as well as out in the community.

About You

The ideal person will live locally to me due to travel aspect of the role and be able to work flexibly. I am looking for individuals who are caring, confident, attentive and willing to learn. You need to be honest, calm and have a good sense of humour and a zest for life. Being a good communicator is an essential skill for this post and although previous experience will be an advantage it is not essential, as full training will be given. As I like to get out and about into the community, car drivers with a full, clean driving license are essential, and candidates must meet the requirements for motor insurance purposes.

Benefits

• 5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions)
• Company pension scheme after 3 months’ service, subject to the scheme rules
• Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan, after successful completion of the probation period
• Free training and development for all roles
• And so much more!

Safer Recruitment

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of two satisfactory references (see our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information).

Safeguarding Commitment

Solo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We will actively promote the safety, health and well‑being of everyone in our care by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate within the organisation. We believe that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.

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