Support Worker, Healthcare Nursing

Overview

Apply for a Support Worker role at precious design studio in St Teresa's. Earn £12.46 per hour with full‑time and part‑time hours and flexible weekend and night shifts as part of a rotating rota.

• Full‑time and part‑time options
• Flexibility required for weekend days and nights
• Typical shifts:
  Day – 8 am to 8 pm or 8 am to 2 pm;
  Night – 8 pm to 8 am

• 28 days holiday per annum (inclusive of bank holidays, up to 33 days)
• Stream:
  Access up to 40 % of pay before payday
• Free Blue Light card – discounts and perks
• Contributory pension scheme with competitive life cover
• Health cash plan – affordable healthcare when you need it
• Career development – apprenticeships and recognised qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support
• Pay enhancement – £1.00 per hour for night working (8 pm Monday to 7 am Friday) and weekend working (8 pm Friday to 7 am Monday); not applied to sleep‑ins

• Support daily living tasks such as personal care, mealtimes, and medication
• Encourage independence through a person‑centred approach
• Accompany people to appointments, events, and community activities
• Keep clear and accurate records
• Help each person live life on their own terms

• Warm, friendly, and empathetic approach
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Personal care experience helpful but not essential
• Genuine desire to help others and make a difference

Leonard Cheshire is one of the UK’s highest‑rated providers of care and supported living services. For over 75 years we support disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible, offering specialist support across residential care, supported living, and respite services. We create welcoming, safe, and empowering spaces that feel like home, giving people real choice and control over their lives.

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all community sections. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments wherever possible. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post, and references will be obtained for all roles.