Female* Specialist Care Support Worker
Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.
Location: Winchester Service: Specialist Care
Shifts Available:
Weekdays and Weekends (7am - 2pm / 2pm - 10 pm)
Waking nights (8pm - 7am / 10pm - 7am)
Additional hours available on an overtime bank basis.
We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Female Support Worker to join our Specialist Care team in Winchester. In this rewarding role, you will provide person-centred care to a young adult with complex needs, supporting them to lead independent, fulfilling, and meaningful lives. If you're passionate about making a genuine impact and enjoy varied, hands-on work, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note: A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
Pay & Benefits
Competitive pay: £13.20 – £14.75 per hour
6 weeks paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
Paid day off for your birthday
Paid training time (National Living Wage)
Free QCF / Care qualifications (with pay enhancements above Level 2)
Blue Light Card – national retail & online discounts
Employer contributory pension scheme
Career development & progression opportunities
Contracted, Zero or Guaranteed hours contracts available
About the Role
A rewarding role supporting an adult woman living independently in her own bungalow with 24-hour 2:1 support. She enjoys an active and engaging routine, including puzzles, games, walks, outings, and her favourite films and TV shows. She has a close relationship with her family and benefits from reassurance and positive redirection. This role would suit someone patient, proactive, and enthusiastic, who can provide meaningful engagement and create a positive, supportive environment.
No two days are the same – your role will include:
Supporting with personal care and daily living tasks
Assisting with cooking, cleaning, and household duties
Supporting attendance at appointments and community activities
Encouraging independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
Supporting hobbies and interests (e.g. cooking, arts & crafts, music, gaming, dancing)
Working with individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and complex care needs
Using positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
A female support worker
Experienced in supporting individuals with complex needs
Calm, resilient, and confident in challenging situations
Passionate about person-centred care
Supportive of independence and personal development
Willing to learn and develop professionally
A full UK driving licence holder (essential)
About SCA Care
Social Care in Action (SCA Care) provides high-quality Home Care, Live-in Care, Day Care, Extra Care, and Specialist Care services across Hampshire. Our mission is to empower people to live their best lives through compassionate, professional, and personalised support.
Important Information
* Female applicants only (Genuine Occupational Requirement under Equality Act 2010)
Enhanced DBS check required (provided by SCA)
Applicants must be UK residents with the right to work in the UK (CoS not available)
Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
SCA Care is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and guarantee an interview to applicants who disclose a disability and meet the essential criteria. xrnqpay
Due to high application volumes, if you do not hear from us within one week, your application has not been successful on this occasion.
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