Support Workers (12hr Days/Nights)

Company: East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Apply for the Support Workers (12hr Days/Nights)
Location: Market Weighton
Job Description:

Position

Support worker for a 26‑year‑old male with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy who is a full‑time powered wheelchair user with limited use of arms and lives independently. The role involves 12‑hour shifts, both day and night, including the use of a hoist, personal care, meal preparation, dressing, shower assistance, shopping, upkeep of the flat, and driving a wheelchair‑accessible vehicle to enable the client to participate in leisure activities.

Working Hours

  • Alternate Sunday day and night 12‑hour shifts
  • Friday night and Saturday day 12‑hour shifts
  • Alternate Saturday night 12‑hour shifts

Travel

Some travel across East Riding of Yorkshire may be required; applicants must be able to transport themselves.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Must have a valid driving licence.
  • Experience with support workers or carers, or similar role.
  • Patient, outgoing, positive attitude, and light‑hearted demeanour.
  • Subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check.
  • Reference checks required; cost covered by the local authority.

Benefits

Cost to be met by the local authority (DBS/Reference checks).

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Posted: June 7th, 2026