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Use your car and full UK driving licence — regular day trips, hydrotherapy and music therapy outings around Poole make travel part of the role.
Competitive pay at £14.18 per hour with permanent, full‑time hours — reliable income for carers seeking stability.
2:1 support on most shifts (1:1 Sundays) means less lone working and shared responsibility — safer and more sociable for female carers.
Acuity Care Group, nearly 20 years' experience, 900+ staff and clear progression routes with NVQ training to develop your career.
Good wellbeing perks — Westfield Health cash plan (24/7 GP), Employee Assistance Programme, Blue Light discounts and staff rewards.
Highly rewarding hands‑on role supporting a young man with autism/ADHD — focused on community access, meaningful activities and person‑centred care.
Support Worker based in Poole with Acuity Care Group supporting a young man with autism, ADHD and other complex needs in his own home and out in the community. This permanent, full‑time role pays £14.18 per hour and follows a rota of Monday–Saturday 08:00–18:00 / 10:00–20:00, Sunday 08:00–20:00 and nights 20:00–08:00. You will work primarily on a 2:1 basis during the week and 1:1 on Sundays, driving to hydrotherapy, music therapy and day trips, helping with shopping, social outings (including occasional pub meals) and household tasks, and communicating confidently in the person’s preferred way to support their wellbeing and independence. A full UK driving licence and proven experience supporting people with autism, ADHD and complex support needs are essential.
This role will suit caring, practical people — especially women carers who value empathetic, person‑centred work and community‑based support. Acuity Care Group’s LD&A division has nearly 20 years’ experience and offers hands‑on team leadership, ongoing training (including NVQs), progression opportunities and a strong benefits package including Westfield Rewards, Westfield Health Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, Blue Light Card perks and a generous Refer a Friend scheme. Enhanced DBS and references are required and Acuity is an equal opportunities employer. Closing date 20 November 2025 — to apply, please click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert or find the vacancy on jobsincare.com.
This role will suit caring, practical people — especially women carers who value empathetic, person‑centred work and community‑based support. Acuity Care Group’s LD&A division has nearly 20 years’ experience and offers hands‑on team leadership, ongoing training (including NVQs), progression opportunities and a strong benefits package including Westfield Rewards, Westfield Health Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, Blue Light Card perks and a generous Refer a Friend scheme. Enhanced DBS and references are required and Acuity is an equal opportunities employer. Closing date 20 November 2025 — to apply, please click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert or find the vacancy on jobsincare.com.
Use your car and full UK driving licence — regular day trips, hydrotherapy and music therapy outings around Poole make travel part of the role.
Competitive pay at £14.18 per hour with permanent, full‑time hours — reliable income for carers seeking stability.
2:1 support on most shifts (1:1 Sundays) means less lone working and shared responsibility — safer and more sociable for female carers.
Acuity Care Group, nearly 20 years' experience, 900+ staff and clear progression routes with NVQ training to develop your career.
Good wellbeing perks — Westfield Health cash plan (24/7 GP), Employee Assistance Programme, Blue Light discounts and staff rewards.
Highly rewarding hands‑on role supporting a young man with autism/ADHD — focused on community access, meaningful activities and person‑centred care.
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Use your car and full UK driving licence — regular day trips, hydrotherapy and music therapy outings around Poole make travel part of the role.; Competitive pay at £14.18 per hour with permanent, full‑time hours — reliable income for carers seeking stability.; 2:1 support on most shifts (1:1 Sundays) means less lone working and shared responsibility — safer and more sociable for female carers.; Acuity Care Group: nearly 20 years' experience, 900+ staff and clear progression routes with NVQ training to develop your career.; Good wellbeing perks — Westfield Health cash plan (24/7 GP), Employee Assistance Programme, Blue Light discounts and staff rewards.; Highly rewarding hands‑on role supporting a young man with autism/ADHD — focused on community access, meaningful activities and person‑centred care.
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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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