Support Worker in Cheshunt inCheshunt PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.21 per hour
PERMANENT
HCPA r02qa8zOp
Job description
Support Worker for HCPA, based in Cheshunt/Waltham Cross, working on-site with Magic Life — a caring provider of almost thirty assisted living homes across London and Hertfordshire. This permanent, full‑time role (37.5 hours/week) pays £12.21 per hour and operates on rotating day and night shifts (08:00–20:00 / 20:00–08:00). You will support adults with mental health diagnoses, learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, dual diagnoses, acquired brain injury and behaviours that can be challenging, including female‑only and forensic provisions. Core duties include assisting the Shift Lead with support plans and risk assessments, administering medication, keeping accurate records, carrying out weekly safety and maintenance checks, facilitating individual and group activities, supporting tenants’ daily living skills and community access, liaising with families and professionals, completing bi‑weekly key‑working sessions and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.
This opportunity suits caring, reliable people who work well in teams, respect boundaries and value honesty and integrity — it’s especially appealing to women carers seeking flexible patterns, training and clear routes for progression. Magic Life provides induction and ongoing training, a referral bonus scheme and day/night flexibility so you’ll learn new skills every day while helping tenants live as independently as possible. Job reference HCPA004519; closing date 06 December 2025. To apply, click the “Apply Now” button that appears with this advert — this vacancy is listed on jobsincare.com for full details and easy application.
This opportunity suits caring, reliable people who work well in teams, respect boundaries and value honesty and integrity — it’s especially appealing to women carers seeking flexible patterns, training and clear routes for progression. Magic Life provides induction and ongoing training, a referral bonus scheme and day/night flexibility so you’ll learn new skills every day while helping tenants live as independently as possible. Job reference HCPA004519; closing date 06 December 2025. To apply, click the “Apply Now” button that appears with this advert — this vacancy is listed on jobsincare.com for full details and easy application.
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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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