Female Support Worker

About the role

Glenholme Specialist Healthcare is recruiting a Support Worker for its supported living service in Finchley, which provides person-centred support for adults living with learning disabilities and mental health conditions. The role is open to female applicants only, as stated in the advert. It is a full-time position with up to 37.5 hours per week, day shifts between 7:00 am and 10:00 pm and alternate weekends; immediate start preferred. The salary is £12.75 to £12.95 per hour, paid training is included and sponsorship is not available.

Key responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Support with personal care where required
• Promote and encourage independent living skills
• Administer and manage medication
• Help individuals access the community and take part in activities
• Accompany people to appointments and social outings
• Maintain accurate care records and report concerns and escalate incidents appropriately
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and support guidelines
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and supportive environment

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Carer, or a background in retail, hospitality, warehousing, cleaning, customer service or administration
• Previous experience is not required, as training and support are provided
• Enhanced DBS check required

What we offer

• Salary increase to £12.85 per hour after completing the paid Care Certificate, and to £12.95 per hour after a paid Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ
• Up to £200 for completing e-learning before starting
• Hastee Pay: withdraw up to 40% of earned salary before payday
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus an extra day off for your birthday and up to 5 extra days based on length of service
• Quarterly awards, performance-related bonuses and an Employee Assistance Programme covering childcare, financial advice, mental health support and wellbeing
• Pension scheme, life assurance up to £10,000, Cycle2Work scheme and free Blue Light Card
• Ongoing paid training and career development