Support Worker
| Posting date: | 28 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £24,937.00 to £26,598.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24937.00 - £26598.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 September 2025 |
| Location: | Leeds, LS12 3QE |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9173-25-0344 |
Summary
What We're Looking For: Previous experience working with people with learning disabilities. Experience of working in supported living A compassionate approach with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Relevant qualifications in health and social care (e.g. Level 2/3 diploma in care or equivalent) Flexibility to work shifts, including early, late, night, sleep ins, weekends, and public holidays. A commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred care Successful candidates will have completed the Health and Social Care Level 2 NVQ/diploma or have equivalent experience. Well ensure you get the correct training and qualifications.This post requires shift work as we provide support over a 24/7 basis. You must be able to work a variety of shifts including nightshifts, weekends, and public holidays.All applicants will hold a L2 or Level 3 Diploma / NVQ in healthcare, or possess skills, knowledge, and experience to an equivalent level. Where the applicant does not possess the actual qualification, the Trust requires all applicants to commit to beginning this (or a Level 3 qualification) within 6 months of commencing in post unless extenuating circumstances exist. We recruit people based on their values and qualifications (where required) and believe that their lived experience is an advantage, this means that together we are as diverse as the communities we care for. Simply put, when we employ caring people who act with integrity and have the right skills, we can give those with mental health challenges, learning disabilities and neurodiversity high-quality care and support to live fulfilling lives, and make our staff feel purposeful, happy and valued. To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Guide to Values Based Recruitment. This document provides you with information to help you apply.