Specialist Care Support Worker – Waking Nights
Location: Totton, SO40
Job Type: Full-time
Shifts Available: Waking Nights, 22:00 to 07:00
Salary: From £13.40 per hour
Join SCA Care as a Specialist Support Worker in Southampton
We are currently recruiting compassionate, reliable, and experienced Support Workers to join our Specialist Care team in Southampton area. This rewarding role involves providing person-centred care and support to young adults, enabling them to live a fulfilling, independent, and meaningful life.
If you are passionate about making a real difference and supporting individuals with complex needs, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
About the Role
As a Specialist Care Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting an individual’s social, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Working within SCA Care’s values-led framework, you will promote independence, dignity, and inclusion within the local community.
This is a flexible position, offering night shifts that may include weekdays and alternate weekends.
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive pay: From £13.40 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
- Excellent Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- 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 (desirable but not 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
- Enhanced DBS check required (provided by SCA)
- Applicants must be UK residents with the right to work in the UK
- We are unable to offer sponsorship
- 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.
Apply today and start a rewarding career where your work truly matters.
Due to high application volumes, if you do not hear from us within one week, your application has not been successful on this occasion.
