Male Support Worker - Leicester (LE4)
Support Workers – Make a Big Impact at Croft Road in Leicester.
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Position Duration
Permanent
Role Type
Support/Care Worker
Salary / rate of pay
£13.00 per hour
You're not just anyone.
From every day life, to changing someone's world.
Job Description
A full UK automatic or manual driving licence is essential for this role.
We are looking for compassionate, reliable full-time Support Workers to join a small team providing person‑centred support to an adult with a Learning Disability and Autism. The individual is non‑verbal and requires consistent, structured support to promote independence, wellbeing, and safety.
About the Role
- Community support is provided on a 2:1 basis, typically 10am–7pm, though times may vary depending on planned activities. You must also be flexible to work from 7am-10pm for his core hours.
- Overnight support is 1:1 sleeping nights, 10pm–7am.
- The person you will be supporting is generally calm and currently very settled.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care, including prompting with self‑care routines and assisting with washing during bathing.
- Prepare meals and drinks in line with preferences and dietary needs.
- Offer reassurance and use proactive strategies to redirect behaviours if the individual becomes dysregulated.
- Promote independence, dignity, and positive engagement in daily activities.
What We’re Looking For
- Someone patient, understanding, and confident in supporting individuals with complex needs.
- Experience with Learning Disabilities, Autism, or non‑verbal communication is beneficial but not essential if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.
- A commitment to providing safe, respectful, and consistent support.
Apply today and discover how changing someone’s life can change yours too.
**PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP**
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