Support Worker Westgarth Respite- Full Time Hours in Elland

Our Westgarth respite service assists clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We require enthusiastic and caring individuals and offer a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and sleep‑overs. As a Support Worker you will provide high‑quality care to enable clients to live their best life. The service is housed in a homely environment in Halifax (HX5), close to public transport. St Anne’s Community Services is one of the largest and most respected charities in the North of England. We embody our values: Person‑Centred, Respectful, Open, Understanding and Dedicated (PROUD). We support nearly 2,000 vulnerable adults through specialist residential, supported living and outreach services.

Main Duties

• Prepare person‑centred support plans with clients that reflect their views and aspirations.
• Support clients to fulfil their aspirations and live independently, including accompanying them to social visits, events and activities.
• Communicate openly and transparently with clients and team members, acting with integrity.
• Provide personal care respecting client choices and dignity, including washing and toileting.
• Keep accurate records, including daily notes, with full client involvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure all support and care protect clients from abuse and exploitation while honouring dignity.
• Adapt to the unique needs of each client; no two days are the same.
• Assist with quality inspection processes and related information requests.
• Work in accordance with Health and Safety requirements (Manual Handling, Food Hygiene, Fire Safety, infection control, risk assessment).
• Carry out household duties: cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc., as required.
• Provide appropriate personal care as outlined in the care plan.
• Maintain accurate written and numerical records.
• Carry out physical tasks such as climbing stairs, using hoists, moving people and night work; adjustments considered under the Equality Act.
• Use and learn computer packages (Word, Outlook, Internet) and undergo relevant care qualification training if required.
• Work cooperatively as a team member.
• Liaise and communicate effectively with carers, families, inspectors and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• Rising 20–25 days plus statutory bank holidays.
• 24‑hour Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Cycle‑to‑Work scheme.
• Refer a Friend recruitment initiative.
• Flexible working opportunities (where applicable) after successful completion of probation.
• Group Personal Pension scheme.
• Discounted income protection scheme.
• Free car parking at most services.
• Free life assurance cover.

Person Specification

• Experience: Previous experience working in care (employment or as a home carer).
• Qualifications: Essential – Care Certificate or willingness to undertake a Care Certificate. Desirable – Valid driver’s licence.

St. Anne’s actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage people from under‑represented groups – disabled, black and ethnic minority, LGBTQ+ – to apply. St. Anne’s is a Disability Confident employer and will recruit and retain people with disabilities and long‑term health conditions. If you have a disability and meet essential criteria, we offer an interview and reasonable adjustments.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service submission.