Support Workers

Wilfward; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated social care provider in Whitby is looking for Support Workers to provide person-centred support for individuals with complex health needs. Responsibilities include personal care, meal preparation, and accompanying individuals to activities. The role requires kindness, empathy, and an understanding of safeguarding. This is a full-time position with varied shifts, and drivers are preferred due to the location.

Qualifications

• Kind and eager to learn and make a difference.
• Driver preferred due to remote location.
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support for individuals with complex health needs.
• Deliver personal care and assist with mobility.
• Prepare meals and supervise eating.
• Monitor, record, and administer medication.
• Accompany individuals to various activities.

Skills

Compassionate

Empathy

Effective communication

Job description

Support Workers – The Wilf Ward Family Trust

The Wilf Ward Family Trust is a social care provider founded in 1986, dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We empower them to lead fulfilling lives and foster equality and a brighter future.

Pay Range

Stakesby Road – Complex Care

This range is provided by The Wilf Ward Family Trust. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Responsibilities

• Provide person‑centred support for three individuals with complex health needs and learning disabilities at their home in Whitby.
• Deliver personal care and assist with mobility.
• Prepare meals and supervise eating.
• Monitor, record, and administer medication.
• Accompany individuals to activities such as cinema trips, shopping, eating out, arts and crafts, and swimming.
• Communicate effectively using a variety of methods and adapt to individual communication styles.
• Work every other weekend. Shifts are varied on a rota basis to include mornings, afternoons, and evenings.

Requirements

Kind, compassionate, empathetic, and eager to learn and make a difference.

Driver preferred due to remote location.

Demonstrated understanding of safeguarding, inclusion, and welfare of adults at risk.

Background checks, including DBS and prior referencing, are required prior to a start date agreed. Applicants barred from working under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 cannot apply.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries: Public Safety

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Wilf Ward Family Trust has a clear commitment to safeguarding within all practices. Please be aware that any successful job offer will be conditional on pre‑employment checks such as DBS and referencing prior to a start date agreed.