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Specialist Care Support Worker - Hampshire

£13 - £14.75 per hour
Temporary, Full-time

Specialist Support Worker - Hampshire

Location: Hampshire-based, primarily supporting areas between Southampton and Winchester

Service : Specialist Care

Contract : Flexible Full-Time (Long Day Weekdays & Alternate Weekends)

Salary : From £13.00 per hour

SCA Care is looking for compassionate, reliable, and experienced Specialist Support Workers to join our dedicated team. Based in Southampton, our team provides support across Hampshire, including up to Winchester.

Please note: A full, valid, and clean UK driving licence with access to own vehicle is essential for this role.

About the Role

In this rewarding role, you will deliver person-centred care to young adults, empowering them to live independent, fulfilling, and meaningful lives . You’ll work closely with individuals with complex needs, helping them reach their goals and enhancing their quality of life.

If you are passionate about making a real difference and enjoy working in a supportive, dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.

This is a flexible position, offering long days that include weekdays and alternate weekends.

Pay & Benefits

  • Competitive pay: From £13.00 per hour
  • Paid travel time (National Living Wage)
  • 45p per mile (business mileage)
  • 6 weeks paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • Paid day off for your birthday
  • Guaranteed hour contracts available
  • Paid training time (National Living Wage)
  • Free QCF / Care qualifications (with pay enhancements above Level 2)
  • Free branded uniform and lanyard
  • Blue Light Card – national retail & online discounts
  • Employer contributory pension scheme
  • Career development & progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities

No two days are the same. Your duties may include:

  • Supporting with daily living tasks such as personal care, cooking, cleaning, and domestic duties
  • Assisting individuals to attend appointments, social activities, and community outings
  • Encouraging independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
  • Supporting individuals to pursue their interests and hobbies (e.g. cooking, arts & crafts, gaming, music, dancing)
  • Promoting positive behaviour and using de-escalation techniques when required
  • Supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and complex physical needs
  • Working confidently in environments where pets (such as dogs) may be present

A full job description will be provided as part of the recruitment process.

About You – Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an empathetic, resilient, and committed Support Worker who:

  • Has experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, or complex care
  • Is calm, observant, and confident when managing challenging behaviour or sensitive situations
  • Takes a person-centred approach to care and support
  • Enjoys helping people maintain independence and achieve their personal goals
  • Is passionate about professional development and ongoing training
  • Is comfortable supporting individuals with pets
  • Holds a full UK driving licence and access to their own vehicle

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

  • Enhanced DBS check required (provided by SCA)
  • Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence with access to their own vehicle with business insurance
  • Applicants must be UK residents with the right to work in the UK (No CoS available)
  • Candidates must live within the local area

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.

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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