Job Description

We are recruiting self-motivated and enthusiastic support workers to provide care and support to adults with learning disabilities within their own homes. You need to be proactive to enable individuals to have choice and access to leisure and social activities. The role includes intimate personal care: showering/bathing, dressing or undressing, assisting with toileting, supporting individuals with their finances along with administering/auditing their medication, meal preparation or support with this. You will have an understanding of the importance of social inclusion, promoting independence and enabling positive life choices.

What will be expected from me?

Flexibility Compassion Ability to use your own initiative Follow policies and procedures Follow care, support plans and risk assessments To attend team meetings and supervisions. To ensure all the needs of the individuals are met on a daily basis. Report directly to your assistant manager
*This list is not exhaustive and outlines some key responsibilities

Essential requirements:

Candidates must be willing to complete any qualifications and training necessary should they be successful. Candidates will need to provide certificates of previous qualifications should they be successful.

What can I expect?

Generous annual leave Support and access to high-quality training programmes to progress your career to the next level. We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership. Access to Wellbeing Coaching if required, Support for Carers, a Sense of Belonging. Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard). Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card and many more.
For further information please contact Tammy Snowden on 01924 302680

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Tammy Snowden.

Tel: 01924 302680

E-mail: tammysnowden@wakefield.gov.uk

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Safeguarding

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Fluency Duty

This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The post-holder is required to demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency under the duty as detailed within the job specification for the post.

Probation

In line with the Council's Probation Procedure, certain positions may be subject to a six-month probationary period. This requirement does not apply to internal vacancies.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

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Happy to talk Flexible working

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 16,476.81-18,170.21 per year

Expected hours: 22 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/08/2025
Reference ID: 243382