Female Support Worker
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Healthcare
Home Care, Mental Health, Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care, Caregiver
Female Support Worker - Learning Disabilities & Autism Services
Location:
Shrewsbury Area (SY5)
Salary: £12.89 per hour + £63 sleep-in
Hours:
Full Time & Part Time available (Full Time 37.5 hours per week)
Estimated Earnings:
Up to approximately £29,671 per year including regular sleep duties
We are currently recruiting for compassionate and dedicated Female Support Workers to join a specialist care service supporting young adults with learning disabilities, Autism and physical disabilities within a semi-independent community setting.
Female applicants only - this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 due to personal care needs within the service.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference by supporting individuals to live independently, develop daily living skills and access activities within the community.
What the role involves:- Supporting individuals with daily routines and personal care
- Promoting independence and wellbeing
- Encouraging community engagement and social activities
- Working as part of a supportive team
- Maintaining accurate records and reports
- Supporting individuals with emotional and behavioural needs
- Caring and patient individuals
- Good communication skills
- Drivers with a full UK manual licence and own vehicle
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic IT skills
- Previous care experience desirable but not essential as full training is provided
- Competitive pay rates
- Paid sleep duties
- Full training and induction provided
Career progression opportunities - Pension scheme
- Health cash plan
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Refer a friend bonus
- Paid enhanced DBS
- Long service rewards
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