Epilepsy Support Worker in Chester

Pay: £12.80-£12.90 per hour

Job Description: Make a Meaningful Difference as a Support Worker. Are you a compassionate, resilient Support Worker with experience supporting individuals with complex needs?

We are recruiting dedicated support workers to join our team in Chester, working within a supported living environment that supports adults with mental health conditions, learning disabilities, epilepsy, and behaviours that may challenge, including self-harm.

This role is ideal for someone who can remain calm under pressure, work person-centred, and support individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives.

Your Role: As a Support Worker, you will deliver high-quality, tailored care to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with mental health needs, autism, learning disabilities and epilepsy.
• Using de‑escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour safely and professionally.
• Providing support around self-harm in line with risk assessments and care plans.
• Delivering personal care with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Supporting daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting and community access.
• Administering medication and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Working one-to-one and during lone working shifts where required.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and emotional well‑being.

Qualifications

• At least 3 months’ UK experience supporting adults with complex needs.
• Experience with mental health, learning disabilities, epilepsy and challenging behaviour.
• Confidence supporting individuals who may self-harm.
• CPI training (preferred) or strong experience in de‑escalation.
• Medication administration competence.
• Strong communication, observation and resilience skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow detailed care plans.
• Enhanced DBS (Update Service preferred).

Benefits

• Flexible shifts to fit around your lifestyle.
• Weekly pay.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Refer‑a‑friend bonus scheme.
• Opportunities for permanent roles and long‑term stability.
• Join a supportive team where your work truly matters.

Apply today and help empower individuals in Chester to live with dignity, independence, and confidence.