Support Worker in Stratford-Upon-Avon inStratford-Upon-Avon PUBLISHED TUE 28 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.50 per hour
PERMANENT
Penderels Trust rg8lDo5Kz
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 28 October 2025 Salary: £12.50 per hour Hours: Part time Closing date: 27 November 2025 Location: Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire Remote working: On-site only Company: Penderels Trust Job type: Permanent Job reference: 16469WARAC16 Apply for this job Summary Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview. A lovely young man with an interest in music, eating and going out for picnics, walks and swimming. He is happy, energetic and focussed person who needs a friendly, lively, confident PA. Needs personal care. ________________________________________ Employer Disability and Health Conditions • Cognitive / Learning • Mental Health Non verbal but can make needs and wishes known ________________________________________ The employer's hobbies and interests: • Food• Guitar Music• Swimming ________________________________________ Other relevant information About the Role ________________________________________ Duties and Responsibilities • Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed. • Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks. • Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication. • Assist with household chores and general homemaking. • Support with food shopping. • Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities. • Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities. • Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities. • Promote and encourage friendships and independence. • Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship. Loves water and will water garden.> Only candidates aged 18 or over should apply for this position as you will be required to administer medication. ________________________________________ The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required. You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times. Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered). Transport Requirement ________________________________________ Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance. Required Skills ________________________________________ • Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role. • To be able to work on own initiative. • To work as part of a team. • To be able to follow instructions accurately. • Be patient, supportive and caring. • Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support. • Be empathetic. • Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals. • Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential. • Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis. • Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable. • Have a lively personality. PA must also be confident, patient and friendly Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .
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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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