Support Worker

Support Worker (Full-Time & Part-Time) – Brighton
Location: Brighton, Southeast
Hours:
• Post 1: 35.25 hrs (Days & Nights)
- Week 1: Wed/Thurs/Fri (Days)
- Week 2: Fri/Sat/Sun (Nights)

• Post 2: 21 hrs (Days Only)
- Week 1: Wed/Sat (Days)
- Week 2: Wed/Thurs (Days)

• Post 3: 37.75 hrs (Nights Only)
- Week 1: Wed/Thurs/Fri (Nights)
- Week 2: Mon/Sat/Sun (Nights)

Pay: £14.40 - £14.50 per hour

Join HomeCareDirect – A Leader in Personalised At-Home Care
At HomeCareDirect, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred care while offering our staff comprehensive training, career development, and ongoing support.

Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay & Benefits
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced bank holiday pay
• Paid training
Ongoing Support & Recognition
• Dedicated Regional Care Lead & Nurse support
• 24/7 on-call assistance
• Employee perks, including:
- Blue Light discount card-
- Long Service Awards
- PA of the Quarter Awards
- 24/7 confidential wellbeing support via Spectrum Life

About the Role
As a Personal Care Assistant, you will be part of a dedicated, small team providing 24-hour support in our client’s home. Your focus will be on delivering reliable, high-quality care tailored to the client’s individual needs.

Meet Our Client
Our client is a 26-year-old man with cerebral palsy who is full of resilience, positivity, and humour. He enjoys meeting friends, exploring art and engaging in social activities.
Your role will include:
• Personal care & hygiene support
• Moving & handling assistance
• Medication administration & therapy support
Admin & record-keeping
• Supporting social outings & activities

Training & Support
We provide comprehensive, paid training (to CQC standards) before your start date, covering:
• Full Induction
• Safeguarding Adults
• Health & Safety / First Aid / Food Hygiene
• Personal Care / Bowel & Catheter Care
• Pressure Area Care / Gastrostomy PEG Medication Administration
• Learning Disabilities / Cerebral Palsy / MCA & DOLS
All training must be completed prior to start date and is paid at £14.01 per hour

What We’re Looking For
• Full, clean UK driving licence required
• Minimum 6 months recent experience in a care setting
• Willingness to accompany the client on social trips & holidays if needed
• Good communication & writing skills
• Comfortable working in a family home with cats
• Non-smokers preferred (client’s preference)
• Commitment to long-term, person-centred care

Join a Team That Cares
At HomeCareDirect, we are committed to safe, fair recruitment and ensuring all staff are vetted, trained, and supervised to the highest standards.

Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying for this vacancy.
If you're dedicated to making a meaningful difference, apply today!

https://sjobs.homecaredirect.co.uk/jobs/Careers/50161000002145443/Support-Worker?source=CareerSite