Support Worker
All Locations, Stamshaw, City of Portsmouth
Support Worker
£13
All Locations, Stamshaw, City of Portsmouth
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 6 days ago, 28 Oct | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: d71706f1cddf448b886528d2ccca97e7
Location ref: Stamshaw, City of Portsmouth
Full Job Description
- Do you have a full UK manual driving licence and want a role where you can make a real impact every day? Looking for a fast-paced service where no two days are the same? Join us as a Support Worker in Portsmouth and become part of a vibrant, experienced team supporting people to live full, meaningful lives., Who you'll be supporting & more about the role:
- You'll be supporting a group of 12 individuals aged between 21 and 72, all with a range of complex needs including autism, learning disabilities, epilepsy, mental health and sensory communication differences. This is a lively, energetic service where people enjoy making the most of every day. There's a real sense of personality here - people love music, dancing, socialising, and spending time together, as well as enjoying their own space and routines. Life is varied and active. One day you might be supporting someone to relax in the garden or hot tub, another you'll be heading to the seaside, a local event, or out for the day - which is why a full UK manual driving licence is essential. This is also a role that requires resilience. At times, you'll be supporting people through emotionally or physically challenging situations, so it's important you can remain calm, confident and consistent, helping people feel safe and understood. You'll be part of a large, well-trained team of around 50 colleagues, working together to deliver high-quality, person-centred support. Every shift is hands-on, meaningful and focused on building strong relationships.What you'll be doing + Supporting people with daily routines and independence + Building strong, meaningful relationships + Supporting communication, emotional wellbeing and behaviours + Assisting with personal care and medication + Supporting community access and activities + Working as part of a large, collaborative team + Promoting choice, dignity and person-centred care
We're looking for someone who is: + Confident, sociable and full of personality + A strong communicator who builds relationships easily + Calm, resilient and able to handle challenging situations + Positive, proactive and willing to get involved + A team player with a genuine passion for supporting people Experience in mental health, autism or complex needs is highly desirable.
+ £13.12 per hour - and your work truly valued + Full time - 37.5 hours (day shifts) + Flexible working patterns - balance your life + No uniform - be yourself at work + Paid DBS - we've got it covered + Free Blue Light Card & shopping discounts + Specialist training - PBS, Makaton, PECS and more + Career progression - develop and grow with us + Wellbeing support & financial hardship fund + Supportive leadership & strong team culture We're a multi-award winning charity that exists to ensure our colleagues and the people we support live the best lives possible. In 2025, we launched our new strategy - Best Lives, Bolder. Find our more here.
About Community Integrated Care Community Integrated Care is one of the UK's largest social care charities, supporting thousands of people to live independently and thrive in their communities. Since 1988, we've been at the forefront of person-centred care, helping people move away from institutional living and into homes where they can enjoy greater choice, dignity and opportunity. Today, with over 6,600 colleagues across England and Scotland, we continue to lead the way - finding new, creative and impactful ways to improve lives every day.
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/support-worker-127652920