Experienced Female Support Worker maternity cover

At Saracen Care, we are looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Support Workers. In this role, you will be enabling people with a learning disability or autism to “live their best life” – empowering people with their daily living skills and accessing the community; reaching their goals and realising their aspirations.

Rated Outstanding with CQC, Saracen Care is the provider of choice for people with general and complex needs. The people we support live with a range of conditions such as Learning Disability, Autism, Acquired Brain Injuries, Mental Health needs and may exhibit behaviours that challenge, so we are looking for someone who is resilient, calm under pressure and committed to delivering person-centred support.

Due to the needs and preferences of the people we support, this role is open to female applicants only. This is considered to be an occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

We have one full time position for a minimum of 35 hours each week. This role is offered on a fixed‑term maternity cover basis and is expected to last up to 12 months. The contract may end earlier or be extended depending on the return date of the substantive post-holder.

• Contracted hours and regular rota.
• Comprehensive paid training and development program including professional qualifications.
• A supportive team, environment and management team.
• Blue Light discount card.
• Bike to work scheme and company pension.
• Enhanced DBS.
• Competitive sleep-in rate.
• Enhanced bank holiday pay.
• Refer a friend reward scheme.

We have a pay banding system and are committed to staff development:

This role is paid at Band B – £13.35 per hour for candidates with 2+ years’ experience. Sleep-in shifts are paid at £80 per sleep-in. We are unable to consider applicants without experience for this role.

• Provide emotional and practical support to the person you are supporting during their daily activities, including accessing the community.
• Assist with domestic duties & household management, which may include assistance with cleaning, cooking, washing and managing finances.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Be able to motivate and encourage people through positive engagement and interaction.
• Promote choice and independence, encouraging people we support to achieve their personal goals.
• Keep accurate records, following company policies and CQC guidelines.
• Ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of all individuals, adhering to safer recruitment guidelines and safeguarding guidance