Job Description

Job Introduction


Female Support Worker


Location: Cheltenham
Pay rate: 15.00 per hour
Hours: 36 hours (3x shifts per week)
Shift patterns: 7.30 am- 19.30 pm, 19.30pm- 7.30 am
Paid travel expenses: 25p per mile/ public transport (bus/train only)


Must attend Mandatory Assessment Day - Gloucester (21st January 2026 9.00am- 17.00pm)


Requirement:


Full UK Driving Licence (essential - you'll enjoy trips out & driving the client's vehicle!)
Clear Enhanced DBS on DBS update service
Proven experience supporting individuals with severe challenging behaviour
Must be resilient, highly confident, and adaptable to change
Excellent communication skills
Flexible to attend training by 23rd February 2026
First shift: 2nd March 2026


We're looking for highly confident, resilient Female Support Worker to support a lady in her own home in Cheltenham.She lives with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, FND and Gastroparesis. She enjoys visiting local coffee shops, exploring vintage finds, getting creative, and spending time in the garden.


? What You'll Do
Provide warm, person-centred care and emotional support
Encourage independence and wellbeing through daily routines and meaningful activities
Support with personal care, mobility, and health-related tasks
Promote positive engagement and help manage behaviours that can be challenging
Keep accurate records and work in line with care plans and CQC standards


? Who We're Hoping to Meet


Someone who:


Experience supporting individuals with complex care, challenging behaviour, or mental health needs


Is resilient, highly confident, and adaptable to change


Understands complex care, allergies, and behaviours that may be challenging


Loves encouraging others and building positive relationships


? Why Join Acuity Care Group?


With over 20 years of experience, we've been supporting people with complex needs across the UK. With 900+ amazing colleagues, you'll never feel alone -- you'll have guidance, a supportive network and the chance to grow your career while doing something that genuinely matters.


?Your Benefits
Because caring for others should also mean being cared for in return:


Westfield Rewards - huge discounts across 1,000+ retailers, restaurants & travel


Westfield Health Cash Plan - GP access 24/7 + cashback on health costs


Employee Assistance Programme - wellbeing, financial & emotional support


Blue Light Card + FREE tickets to events, comedy shows & more


Funded NVQs & ongoing training


Career progression pathways


Refer-a-Friend - earn up to 500!


? Ready to Chat?


If this sounds like the kind of role where you'd enjoy coming to work each day, we'd love to hear from you!


This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from females for this position.