Support Worker in Polegate inPolegate PUBLISHED TUE 28 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

£14 per hour PERMANENT

HomeCareDirect Ltd rb8LcmsVQ

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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 28 October 2025 Salary: £14 per hour Hours: Part time Closing date: 27 November 2025 Location: Polegate, East Sussex Remote working: On-site only Company: HomeCareDirect Ltd Job type: Permanent Job reference: ZR478 Apply for this job Summary Do you have a caring heart and a gentle nature? Could you be the person we are looking for to support our client? We’re looking for someone very special to support a young lady who deserves to live life to the fullest. She has a wonderful mix of interests, animals, music, art, swimming, forest school and shopping. What she needs most is a kind companion to share and support her in these moments. Your role would be about so much more than just “support”. It’s about giving her confidence, helping her feel included and being by her side as she enjoys the world around her. You’ll help her prepare and share meals together, encouraging her independence and promoting a warm and engaging atmosphere and you will lend a hand with personal care when needed, always with patience, respect and kindness. She loves getting out into the community, so it would be an advantage if you are a driver with your own car. Hours/Pay: 16 per week (Thursdays & Fridays, 8am–4pm) with full-time hours during school holidays at £14.00 per hour No previous experience? Don’t worry, we’ll provide full CQC-standard training. What matters most is that you are caring, reliable and have a genuine desire to make a difference. This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to change someone’s life for the better and be changed yourself in the process. If you feel this could be you, we would love to hear from you. ZR478

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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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