Female* Specialist Care Support Worker
Location: Totton, Southampton (SO40).
Service: Specialist Care
Shifts Available:
- 07:00 to 14:30 or 14:30 to 22:00
- Long days may available.
- Weekdays and alternate weekends on a rota basis.
We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Female Support Worker to join our Specialist Care team in Totton.
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: £13.00 – £14.75 per hour
- 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
About the Role
A rewarding role supporting an adult man in his own home with 2:1 support. He enjoys a relaxed and sociable environment, has a great sense of humour, and loves films, sharing a joke, and spending time outdoors—especially walking his much-loved small dog, so being comfortable around dogs is essential.
He values support that helps him maintain his independence with daily tasks such as household activities, while also providing reassurance and clear communication where needed. He enjoys getting out into the community, including trips for coffee or walks. This role would suit someone kind, empathetic, and understanding, who can build a positive rapport and provide thoughtful, person-centred support in a dynamic setting.
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
- Working in environments where pets (including dogs) may be present
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- 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
- Comfortable working in homes with pets
- 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
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* 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.
Due to high application volumes, if you do not hear from us within one week, your application has not been successful on this occasion.
