Part Time Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Spennymoor, United Kingdom Yorkshire Community Healthcare Full time

**Support Worker Required**

We are seeking a compassionate and patient Support Worker to assist a woman living independently who requires support with daily planning, emotional regulation, and community access.

**Key Support Needs**:

- Ensure the living environment and walkways remain clear to reduce risk of falls.
- Encourage rest if she appears fatigued, unsteady or begins talking quickly.
- Provide calm, reassuring support during periods of emotional distress or impulsivity.
- Use written and visual prompts (e.g. diary, whiteboard) to aid memory and understanding of information.
- Support with meal planning, shopping lists, and weekly scheduling to maintain structure and balance rest with social activity.
- Encourage use of breathing and mindfulness techniques (e.g. Calm app) to help regulate emotions.
- Remain calm and non-confrontational if she becomes frustrated; allow space and use distraction if fixated on others.
- Offer reassurance through active listening and conversation about her interests (family, dog, crafts, home décor).
- Support safe travel planning and use of public transport, helping her remain calm and seated if anxious.

**Additional Information**:

- Independent with personal care and medication management (Type 2 Diabetes).
- Experiences fatigue, dizziness, and cognitive difficulties affecting memory, planning, and reasoning.
- Easily overstimulated in busy environments; benefits from calm, structured support.

**Interests**: Crafts (card-making for Dogs Trust), reading, word puzzles, home décor, walking, and social outings with family and friends.

**What We’re Looking For**
- Minimum 1 year’s experience in a complex care role.
- Experience supporting people with cognitive disfunction, mobility issues and memory issues.
- A calm, resilient and proactive approach to complex situations.
- Someone who can bring warmth, humour and creativity to the role.
- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (desirable but not essential).
- Flexibility to work out of the usual contracted times if required.

**What We Offer You**
- Competitive pay rates
- Full-time hours.
- Contributory pension scheme
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Funded training and professional development (including NVQ Levels 2-5).
- Exclusive employee benefits and discounts.
- A supportive, inclusive team where your work truly matters.
- Career progression and leadership opportunities.

**About Yorkshire Community Care**

We are a small, dedicated organisation that provides complex care and support to adults with additional needs. Our teams are passionate about empowering people to live independent and fulfilling lives. We believe in kindness, compassion and creating opportunities for both our clients and our staff.

**Safeguarding and Diversity**

Yorkshire Community Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All applicants will undergo robust pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS and references.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.25 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Work Location: In person

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