Female Support Worker

Job Overview

Support Worker – Female – Location: Armthorpe, Doncaster. Pay rate: £14.00 per hour. Shift pattern: 30 hours per week.

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday (term time): 7:30am‑10:00am & 14:30pm‑19:00pm
• Wednesday (term time): 7:30am‑19:00pm
• Monday‑Friday: 7:30am‑19:00pm
• Saturday: 9:00am‑17:00pm
• Sunday: 9:00am‑15:00pm

Responsibilities

Provide one‑to‑one support to a sociable, fun‑loving 22‑year‑old woman with complex health needs who lives at home with her family.

• Support with all aspects of daily living, including personal care and oral suction.
• Implement safety protocols for Severe Epileptic Encephalopathy, including monitoring of the vagal nerve stimulator.
• Assist with learning disability and hypotonic dystonic spasms and adapt care accordingly.
• Manage gastrostomy and fundoplication care requirements.
• Monitor and support scoliosis condition with spinal rod and provide assistance during movement.
• Accommodate registered blind status – provide orientation and safe navigation support.
• Engage in sensory play, pampering sessions, and community outings as part of a person‑centred care plan.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Driver aged 21+ with a full UK manual driver’s licence and a valid mobility van licence.
• Experience or willingness to work 30 hours per week, flexible across the provided shift pattern.
• Compassionate, patient and person‑centred approach.
• Comfortable working 1:1 with someone with complex health needs.
• Confident in reading and responding to non‑verbal communication.
• Reliable, observant and able to contact emergency services confidently.
• Training for complex care will be provided; prior experience is an advantage.

What We Offer

• Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000+ retailers, restaurants and travel brands.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan – 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs.
• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationships.
• Blue Light Card – discounts and free event tickets.
• Acuity Academy – training, qualifications and continuous professional development.
• Career progression within the organisation.
• Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £500.

Equality & Diversity

This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from women for this position.

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