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Support Worker

Leamington Spa, West Midlands

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Job reference 17787WARAK02 Closes 6th November 2026
Hourly rate £14.20
Hours 10
Contract type Casual
Care experience Essential Childcare / special needs experience

When you are required

Specific working days have not been stated.

Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.

About the employer

The person you will be supporting is a kind, intelligent young person with a love of learning who is looking for a Support Worker to provide encouragement and support in building confidence, developing independence, and managing anxieties as they prepare for university and adult life. The role will involve supporting them to access the community, pursue their interests, and develop a healthier, more active lifestyle. They enjoy law, gaming, and watching podcasts, and would benefit from a patient, reliable, and positive person who can offer both practical support and encouragement while respecting their independence and choices.

Disability and health conditions

  • Cognitive / Learning
Autism. Anxiety. Depression

Hobbies and interests

  • Law
  • Gaming
  • Watching Podcasts

Other relevant information

  • Someone in the household is a smoker.
  • The individual keeps pets in the home. 1 friendly dog

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 and getting dressed.
  • Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
  • 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.

The individual's 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 and to report defects 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, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure. Costs will be covered.

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.
  • Be able to work on own initiative.
  • Work as part of a team.
  • 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 experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
  • Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employer’s needs on a daily basis.
  • Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
  • Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
  • Have a lively personality.