Barnsley, United Kingdom | Posted on 10/07/2026
Shifts: 2x Waking Night Shifts per week (Thursdaynight + 1 other)
8pm – 8am
Location: Barnsley S70
Be the Difference in Someone’s Day
We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and engaging PersonalAssistant (PA) or Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join a dedicated teamsupporting a young person with complex care and behavioural needs in Barnsley.This role would suit someone who is naturally warm, interactive and happy toget involved.If you enjoy board games, electronic games, storytelling andbuilding genuine connections, this could be a brilliant match.
Meet Our Client
You will be supporting a young man who enjoys regular interaction,games and engaging activities. They are looking for a proactive, friendly andenergetic Support Worker with a playful and bubbly personality who can providecompanionship and keep them engaged through activities such as board games,electronic games and reading. The individual has Worster-Drought Syndrome,hypothyroidism, complex epilepsy, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, a Vagus NerveStimulator (VNS), scoliosis, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD andPathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). The ideal candidate will be patient,adaptable and confident in supporting someone with complex health andbehavioural needs while promoting a fun, positive and engaging environment.
About the Role
- Providing2:1 support with daily routines and activities
- Personalcare and medication support
- Encouragingengagement in interests and hobbies
- Supportingwith medication and clinical needs
- Supportingwith personal care
- Offeringreassurance, companionship and meaningful engagement
- Monitoringsafety and wellbeing
About You
- Eligibilityto Work in the UK: You must be eligible to work in the UK.Home CareDirect does not offer sponsorship or work visas
- Knowledgeof Epilepsy is essential
- Experienceand Knowledge of Behaviours with Restraint/Breakaway – Essential
- PreviousCare experience is desirable
- Willingto be Playful and learn/play with the client
- Friendly,patient, and well organised
- Fullclean UK driving licence(25+ for insurance purposes) – Desirable
- Clearand confident in spoken English, with the ability to communicateeffectively with the person being supported and the wider team
- Willingto pick up shifts on the day duties should this be required.
- Committedto providing safe, respectful, and consistent support
Why Join Us?
- Paidtraining including Safeguarding, hoisting, and more
- 24/7support from Regional Care Leads and Nurses
- Pensionand recognition for long service
- Wellbeingsupport including Blue Light Card and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunitiesfor career development
- Enhancedpay for Bank Holidays
Every shift you work makes a genuine difference. You will besupported, valued, and part of a team that recognises your contribution.
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