Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
WorkLocation: Waterlees Supported Living, Aylestone Lane, Wigston, LE18 1AR
WorkerCategory: Fixed Location Worker
Salary: Grade 6 £25,995 – £26,409 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) (£13.46 – £13.68 per hour) (Pay award pending)
WorkingHours: 2 x 24 hours per week. (Average of 6-8 hour shifts) Must be able to work flexibly and participate in a rota including weekends and bank holidays between the hours of 7.00 and 22.00.
ContractType: Permanent
Closing Date: 25th May 2026
Interview Date(s): 2nd June 2026
Please note: This role is open to FEMALE Applicants only.
Please note: The role does not meet the eligibility requirements for the new visa sponsorship applications therefore you must already have the right to work in the UK in order to apply.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a direct difference to people’s lives?
Our friendly team at The Waterlees Court, in Wigston are looking for two support workers on 24 hours per week contracts, to join our growing team. Waterlees Court offers supported living services promoting independence and choice for tenants and care is provided for adults with learning disability, Autism, Physical disabilities and Sensory impairments. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work as part of our team, to provide person centred care.
In return, you will have the opportunity to develop and progress within a large public sector organisation, with opportunities to thrive in a modern and flexible working environment, have access to an excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, along with a generous annual leave entitlement.
About the Role
We are looking for people who can help us to deliver high quality care and support to adults with disabilities in a supported living environment.
You will deliver day to day support, providing assistance with personal care, promoting choice and control alongside maximising independence.
You don’t need to have any previous formal experience in care, we are interested in people who share our values to join our committed team and celebrate individuality and diversity.
We will provide the training needed and have a team behind you to mentor, coach and support your journey.
You will work in accordance with Leicestershire County Council’s Employee Code of Conduct, Skills for Care Code of Conduct for Adult Social Care Workers.
We will meet the training costs and the DBS enhanced check (Adults Barred List) for a regulated activity required for this post.
About You
To apply for this post, you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria:
- Demonstrate a commitment to providing high quality care and support which maximises independence, is anti-discriminatory, and adheres to relevant regulations and procedures (such as Adult Safeguarding and Valuing People Now).
- The ability to use available equipment to assist with moving and handling service users and to support people with complex needs and willing to attend training courses.
- Effective communication skills, including the ability to engage with service users who may use alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, picture boards, signs).
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and remain calm under pressure.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, responding effectively to crisis situations.
- IT and written skills sufficient to write and maintain clear, concise records.
- Be responsive to meet the changing needs of a 24/7 service, including being able to work flexibly and participate in a staff rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays, and be willing to attend meetings or training outside of normal working hours.
In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Interested in Flexible Working?
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.
For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:
Name: Sharon Duffus
Telephone: 01163051595
Email: sharon.duffus@leics.gov.uk
By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.
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