Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
WorkLocation: Melton Short Breaks & Supported Living Services, Victor Avenue, Melton Mowbray, LE13 0GG
Salary: Grade 6 £25,995- £26,409 per annum (pro rata for part‑time) (Pay award pending)
WorkingHours: 25 hours per week. Must be able to work flexibly and participate in a service rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays between the hours of 7am and 10pm.
ContractType: Permanent
Closing Date: 20th July 2026
Interview Date(s): 28th July 2026
Eligibility for Applicants: This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for new visa sponsorship applications; therefore you must already have the right to work in the UK to apply.
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a direct difference to people’s lives?
About the Role
We are looking for people who can help us to deliver high‑quality care and support to adults with learning differences (disability) in our Short Breaks and Supported Living Services. You will deliver day‑to‑day support, providing assistance with personal care, promoting choice and control alongside maximising independence. We will provide training in work‑time and a supportive team to mentor and coach. You will work in accordance with Leicestershire County Council’s Employee Code of Conduct and the 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) required for this post.
About You
To apply for this post you must be able to meet all of the following:
- 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).
- Have the ability to use available equipment to assist with moving and handling service users and to support people with complex needs, and be 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.
- Be able to work both independently and as part of a team, responding effectively to crisis situations.
- Possess IT and written skills sufficient to write and maintain clear, concise records.
- Be responsive to the changing needs of a 24/7 service, including being able to work flexibly, participate in a service rota with weekends and bank holidays, and attend meetings or training outside normal working hours.
We also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all residents. We will ask you 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.
Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time, job sharing, term‑time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
Contact
For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Sharon Duffus at 07561 807457 or via email at sharon.duffus@leics.gov.uk.
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