Job Description

Are you caring, compassionate, and friendly?

Do you want to make a difference to someone's life, giving them choice, control, dignity and respect?

If so, then we may have the right position for you!

Our Peripatetic Service are seeking to appoint 1x Support Assistant working

26.25 hours

per week in Sherwood Court. This essential service works 7 days per week, 52 weeks a year, providing the best possible quality of care in the community.

The successful person will be and be prepared to work a 4-week rolling rota which includes

AM Shifts 07:00-15:30 and

PM Shifts 14:30- 23:00

The positions do include weekends and bank holidays.

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

Want to know more?

To enable service users to remain in their own homes by promoting independence and delivering a quality service.

To ensure individuals are treat with dignity and respect and to work alongside other professionals and agencies in a person-centred way to deliver effective services by working within national guidelines and standards.

The position will help you gain invaluable skills to deliver person centred care at every opportunity.

Make a difference to someone's life - give them your care!

It's essential you have GCSE Grades D-G in Maths & English or Functional skills level 1 in maths & English.

If you don't have the essential qualification Level 2 in Health & Social care or equivalent in the relevant field for the position don't worry!

The successful candidate will be given a comprehensive induction programme, full training to deliver high standards of care, and we will fund the qualification for you on successful completion of the probation period.

With a starting salary of 24,790 to 25,183 (FTE), enhancements for weekend and bank holiday working, plus overtime opportunities, why wouldn't you want to choose a career in care?

There are lots of other benefits which make up our overall employee package too, such as:

A career average pension scheme Enhanced rates of pay for evenings / weekends Employee Benefits scheme such as discounted gym membership, and travel cards and discounts and offers across media and telecoms, entertainment, health and leisure, services for your home, shopping, food and drink and vehicle benefits Access to Occupational Health including Health and Wellbeing Services A comprehensive Induction Programme, regular one-to-one meetings, and a strong commitment to your personal development
Please ensure you read all guidance available on the Council's website about how to complete your application form, remembering you must meet all essential criteria to be shortlisted

You must have the right to work in the UK and bring evidence along to prove this.

For further information, please contact Margarita Crofts/Debbie Seaman 07583962806/07464907721

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 Debbie Seaman.

Tel: 07464907721

E-mail: dseaman@wakefield.gov.uk

E-mail Correspondence

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jobs@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 Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 17,587.50-17,886.00 per year

Expected hours: 26.25 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 24/08/2025
Reference ID: 243512