Support Worker in Bicester inBicester PUBLISHED FRI 31 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
£15 to £16 per hour
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Acuity Care Group rftBcngaq
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 31 October 2025 Salary: £15 to £16 per hour Additional salary information: Competitive Hours: Full time Closing date: 29 November 2025 Location: Bicester, OX27 0EY Company: Acuity Care Group Job type: Permanent Job reference: acuity/SC-T/519/1230 Apply for this job Summary Package Description Support Worker Pay rate: £15 - £16 per hour Shift Pattern: 12 hour shifts (Days & Nights) and 24 hour shifts (Days and Sleep-Ins) We are looking for a friendly and proactive support worker to join our team in Bicester . You will be supporting an individual that is an independent, outdoorsy man with an acquired brain injury who enjoys an active lifestyle and meaningful routines. He loves visiting National Trust sites, going to the cinema (especially Marvel action films), playing chess and dominoes, and getting to the gym twice a week. We’re looking for someone with a clear speaking voice , a positive attitude , and a passion for helping others live life to the fullest . You’ll support him with planning outings, encouraging new experiences, and making the most of each day. To make the most of meaningful activities and continued community involvement, we are looking for someone local who can offer consistent, person-centred support and has a full UK driver's licence . If you are a motivated and caring person who is passionate about making a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you. More about Acuity Care Group We have been around for nearly 20 years so know our stuff! We have over 900 people working for us across Operations and supporting roles. Acuity Care Group is a Supported Living healthcare provider, comprising 3 specialist business divisions: LD&A – Learning Disabilities & Autism Bespoke Team Brain Injury This role sits within our Bespoke Health & Social Care family, and you will be supported by an experienced hands-on Complex Care Manager. We work together in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are person-centred and the needs of the people we support are at the heart of everything we do.Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences. What next? If you have the skills and experience listed above for this role, please pop us over your CV through the job link but if you have any questions and need to know more before you apply, please drop us a call. We will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail as soon as possible, go through some screening questions with you. Should you be keen to take it further and have the right experience, we will arrange an interview on Teams. Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals.All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. What else do we offer? We do offer additional benefits including: Access to Westfield Rewards - an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companies Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appointments 24/7 and cashback for health expenses Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), support helplines and counselling for when you need more support covering mental wellness, finances and relationships to name a few. Blue Light Card discount scheme and Blue Light Card tickets – grab a free ticket to a horse race or comedy show. Further training in NVQ's in Health and Social Care Progression opportunities within the organisation Ongoing training and development A generous Refer a Friend scheme - receive up to £500! INDTBIS
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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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