Help Someone Live Life on Their Own Terms
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At Unicare Complex Care Specialist, we don't just provide care—we build trusted relationships that empower people to live meaningful, independent lives.
We are seeking compassionate, emotionally resilient and highly skilled Support Workers to join a dedicated team supporting a young adult living independently within the community who presents with complex mental health needs, autism and behaviours of concern.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who values person-centred care and understands that trust, patience and consistency are fundamental to achieving positive outcomes.
About the Role
You will provide 1:1 specialist support to an individual living in their own home, helping them maintain independence while promoting emotional wellbeing, safety and community participation.
This is not a traditional support worker role.
It requires someone who can:
- Build a genuine therapeutic relationship
- Remain calm during periods of emotional distress
- Understand neurodiversity
- Work in a trauma-informed way
- Support emotional regulation without judgement
- Respect personal choice and autonomy
- Encourage independence rather than dependency
Every day will be different, and your approach must always be compassionate, flexible and person-led.
What You'll Be Doing
Your responsibilities may include:
- Providing specialist one-to-one community support.
- Building a trusting, consistent and positive relationship.
- Supporting emotional wellbeing using calm and therapeutic approaches.
- Using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies.
- Supporting emotional regulation through sensory-based and grounding techniques.
- Promoting independence with daily routines and household tasks.
- Supporting meal planning, healthy eating and hydration.
- Assisting with shopping and community access.
- Supporting attendance at appointments and meaningful activities.
- Encouraging hobbies, creativity and community participation.
- Respecting communication preferences and adapting your communication style accordingly.
- Prompting and supporting medication in line with care plans. xgikmsk
- Completing accurate electronic care records.
- Working collabora...
Female Support Worker - Nights in Preston employer: UNICARE COMPLEX CARE SPECIALIST LTD Careers
At Unicare Supported Living Service, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to providing high-quality care in a supportive and nurturing environment. Our Brighton team fosters a positive work culture that prioritises employee development through comprehensive training opportunities, including Positive Behaviour Support and trauma-informed care. With competitive salaries, generous holiday entitlements, and a commitment to empowering both our clients and staff, we offer a rewarding career path for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with complex needs.
Contact Details:
UNICARE COMPLEX CARE SPECIALIST LTD Careers Recruitment Team
