Support Worker - Male Only in Doncaster inDoncaster PUBLISHED WED 5 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£14.50 to £14.5 per hour
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Sugarman Health & Wellbeing Limited rf2HjujrN
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Support Worker - Male Only Job details Posting date: 05 November 2025 Salary: £14.50 to £14.5 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 12 November 2025 Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 0th Company: Sugarman Health & Wellbeing Limited Job type: Permanent Job reference: RAJM01_1762338147 Apply for this job Summary Job Title: Support Worker Salary: £14.50 per hour Location: DN6, Doncaster Job Type: Full Time (must be able to work a minimum of 36 hours per week) Shifts on offer* : Monday to Sunday: Days 7 am - 7 pm/ Nights 7 pm - 7 am *Shifts Times are set times, but Monday to Sunday flexibility on offer depending on availability . About Us Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is a nationwide care provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred care in the community, helping people live as independently and safely as possible. Why Join Sugarman Health and Wellbeing? Joining Sugarman Health and Wellbeing means becoming part of a supportive and purpose-driven team that truly values the impact of quality care. With a strong reputation for delivering personalised healthcare services across the UK, Sugarman offers not just a job, but a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in people's lives. Whether you're an experienced healthcare professional or just starting out, you'll benefit from comprehensive training, flexible working patterns, and genuine growth opportunities. What are the Benefits? Theoretical and Practical training is provided. Career Development opportunities to Team Leader or House Manager Ongoing Support from our Office Team and Registered Manager Weekly pay via PAYE or Umbrella scheme. DBS application registered with Sugarman Health and Wellbeing About the Role Sugarman Health and Wellbeing are looking for a Support Worker within the Doncaster area who can support alongside a male service user, who is in his mid-30s, who has Autism, Schizophrenia and extreme Challenging Behaviours. Our Support Worker roles are considered more of a companionship role by building up key relationships and promoting independence through daily tasks for our service user within her own home, and especially within the community. Our Service User is supported on a 4:1 basis, with activities that will be based around what he enjoys doing, such as going for long drives and walks, bowling and more, but most importantly, suggesting new ideas and opportunities that serve the service user's best interests, by going above and beyond. At times, he will display behaviours that challenge and require staff to support him to self-regulate. You will need to communicate with him effectively and appropriately. You will also be given the opportunity to build a positive relationship with the Service User and their family. We are looking for someone who is resilient, strong-minded, but also outgoing, and is willing to face challenges. Who We're Looking For We're looking for individuals who are compassionate, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality care. Ideally, you will have: A minimum of 6 months of professional UK Care experience Experience with Autism and Challenging Behaviour Provide correct compliance documents, updated right to work and original DBS certificate. Able to attend Safety Intervention training, which is provided by Sugarman Health and Wellbeing. How to Apply To apply, please submit your most up-to-date CV. If your application is successful, a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch to learn more about your experience, interests, and suitability for the role. Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability. Ready to take the next step in your care career? Apply today and join a team that makes a difference every day. #SHNWREC
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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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