Support Worker in Stratford-Upon-Avon inStratford-Upon-Avon PUBLISHED WED 22 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.45 per hour
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Penderels Trust rg8lDo5Kz
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 22 October 2025 Salary: £12.45 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 21 November 2025 Location: Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire Remote working: On-site only Company: Penderels Trust Job type: Permanent Job reference: 15880WARAC04 Apply for this job Summary Contract Type: Permanent Hours per week: Full and part time available and also sleep ins When you are Required Specific days/times required: • Monday, • Tuesday, • Wednesday, • Thursday, • Friday, • Saturday, • Sunday, About the Employer I am a lovely 29 year old man who loves planes, airports, certain films and computer games. I am really interested in Japan. I have autism. I enjoy talking about my special interests. I also need to talk through the things that worry me, with people I trust. There are many places I like to visit such as the airport, garden centres, National Trust properties and coffee shops. I like to go for walks. I go to 3 x 3 hour sessions at ECO Work-Shop during the week. I need support and prompting to look after myself; shop for food, prepare meals, do my laundry, look after my flat and go out and about. I live in a quiet part of Stratford upon Avon, close to my parents home, where I can walk into the town centre with my carer. I have a car for my PA to drive, to take me where I want to go in the wider community. YOU MUST HAVE A FULL CLEAN DRVING LICENCE I am looking for someone to join a small team of PAs, who together provide my round the clock support. You would work regular periods of care which can be agreed at interview. You must be a car driver with a full licence Employer Disability and Health Conditions • Cognitive / Learning The employer's hobbies and interests: • To be discussed at interview 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 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. • Support with managing paperwork & correspondence. Support to travel safely to where I want and need to be> 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 Full driving licence is essential as the role requires you to drive the employer’s vehicle (employer to check age requirement with car insurance provider). 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 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. • Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis. • Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved. • Have a lively personality. 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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