Support Worker in Hemel Hempstead inHemel Hempstead PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
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Female‑only Support Worker post tailored for women seeking gender‑specific roles
Competitive pay £25,857 pa plus £52.78 for each sleep‑in shift
Generous 33–35 days annual leave including bank holidays
Paid DBS, mileage reimbursement and workplace pension
Regular bonuses, annual pay review and ongoing training pathways
Stable 37.5‑hour contract with 24‑hour supported living teams — car required, occasional travel to St Albans
Make a real difference as a Female Support Worker at St Barnabas Court in Hemel Hempstead, supporting people with learning disabilities to live independently across eight supported living homes and community outreach. This full‑time role (37.5 hrs) pays £25,857 per year plus a £52.78 sleep‑in allowance and includes one sleep‑in shift per week. You’ll need a full UK driving licence and a vehicle with business insurance for occasional travel to St Albans. Day‑to‑day duties include creating and delivering personalised support plans, promoting life skills (cooking, cleaning, budgeting), providing sensitive personal care, supporting appointments and activities, and mentoring new staff.
This opportunity suits compassionate carers — particularly women seeking stable, meaningful work with great benefits. Vacancy Filler offers generous annual leave (33–35 days), paid DBS, mileage, pension and life assurance, regular bonuses, and ongoing training to help you progress. If you value working in a supportive team where your empathy and practical skills help people achieve their goals, click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application; this vacancy is listed on jobsincare.com for full details and easy apply.
This opportunity suits compassionate carers — particularly women seeking stable, meaningful work with great benefits. Vacancy Filler offers generous annual leave (33–35 days), paid DBS, mileage, pension and life assurance, regular bonuses, and ongoing training to help you progress. If you value working in a supportive team where your empathy and practical skills help people achieve their goals, click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application; this vacancy is listed on jobsincare.com for full details and easy apply.
Female‑only Support Worker post tailored for women seeking gender‑specific roles
Competitive pay £25,857 pa plus £52.78 for each sleep‑in shift
Generous 33–35 days annual leave including bank holidays
Paid DBS, mileage reimbursement and workplace pension
Regular bonuses, annual pay review and ongoing training pathways
Stable 37.5‑hour contract with 24‑hour supported living teams — car required, occasional travel to St Albans
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Female‑only Support Worker post tailored for women seeking gender‑specific roles; Competitive pay £25,857 pa plus £52.78 for each sleep‑in shift; Generous 33–35 days annual leave including bank holidays; Paid DBS, mileage reimbursement and workplace pension; Regular bonuses, annual pay review and ongoing training pathways; Stable 37.5‑hour contract with 24‑hour supported living teams — car required, occasional travel to St Albans
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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