Support Worker in Peacehaven inPeacehaven PUBLISHED FRI 17 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

£15 to £16 per hour PERMANENT

HomeCareDirect Ltd rb8LcmsVQ

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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 17 October 2025 Salary: £15 to £16 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 16 November 2025 Location: Peacehaven, East Sussex Remote working: On-site only Company: HomeCareDirect Ltd Job type: Permanent Job reference: ZR276 Apply for this job Summary Join HomeCareDirect – A Leader in Personalised Care At HomeCareDirect, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care while offering our staff comprehensive training, career development, and ongoing support. Why Work With Us? Competitive Pay Rates: • Weekdays: £15.00 per hour • Weekend Days: £16.00 per hour • Bank Holidays: o 5 days paid at 1.5x hourly rate o 3 days paid at 2x hourly rate Comprehensive Benefits Package: • Company pension scheme • Enhanced bank holiday pay • Ongoing support from a dedicated Regional Care Lead & Nurse • 24/7 on-call support • Career development & personal growth opportunities • Employee benefits, including: o Blue Light discount card o Long Service Awards o PA of the Quarter Awards o 24/7 confidential wellbeing support (Spectrum Life) About the Role We are seeking compassionate, reliable and dedicated support workers to join a small, dynamic care team assisting a vibrant young man in his early 30s with cerebral palsy. He is full of energy, loves being active in the community, and thrives with the right support. You will work on a 2:1 basis, delivering tailored, person-centred care in his home and out in the community. Your Key Responsibilities: • Administering medication • Moving & handling (hoist use required) • Gastrostomy & personal care • Supporting with community activities & outings • Completing admin tasks & light household duties Training & Support We provide fully paid, high-quality training to CQC standards, including: • Full induction & ongoing development • Safeguarding Adults • Health & Safety / First Aid / Food Hygiene • Moving & handling (hoist use) • Administration of medication via PEG • Gastrostomy care & pressure area care • Epilepsy awareness All training must be completed prior to start date and is paid at £15.00 per hour What We’re Looking For: • Day shifts: Full UK driving licence required • Previous care experience (essential) • Reliable, flexible & willing to cover shifts when needed • Friendly, energetic & a great team player • Committed to long-term, person-centred care Be Part of a Team That Truly Cares At HomeCareDirect, we are committed to safe, fair, and high-quality recruitment. Our staff are vetted, trained, and supported to ensure they can provide exceptional, compassionate care. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying for this vacancy. If you're passionate about making a difference, apply today!

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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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