Day Services Support Worker

Job Description

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Support Worker – Day Services (Halifax, Rastrick & Hebden Bridge)

Pay Rate: £13.26 per hour

Hours: 8 x 37hr roles (Mon–Fri, 08:30–17:00)

Contract: 12-month opportunity

Locations:

• Halifax
• Rastrick
• Hebden Bridge

Part-time considered if full days can be worked.

About the Role

This is a fun, rewarding and active support role within Day Services, working with older adults—many living with dementia and complex needs. You’ll be part of a warm, established team known for excellent feedback and a vibrant, people-focused culture.

You’ll support individuals with personal care, emotional wellbeing, meaningful activities, and helping them stay engaged in the community.

Essential Skills & Experience

To be successful, candidates will need:

• Basic training:
• Moving & Handling
• Safeguarding
• Infection Prevention
• Cafita training desirable
• Dementia awareness (essential due to service needs)
• Experience supporting people with complex mental and/or physical health needs
• Strong background in:
• Community care
• Residential care
• Supported living

This role isn’t suitable for new or inexperienced care workers.

Desirable Skills

• Experience supporting individuals with primary health needs
• Clinical experience (no nursing registration required)
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• Driver (desirable, not essential)

Personal Qualities

We’re looking for people who are:

• Creative and engaging
• Outgoing and confident
• Comfortable getting xwzovoh involved in different activities
• Able to keep people active, entertained and out in the community

What Makes This Role Unique (USPs)

• A genuinely fun and fulfilling role with Day Services
• Long-standing, stable team with excellent feedback
• A chance to join a service that values creativity and person-centred support
• Paid lunch break
• Affordable, good-quality food onsite
• Team made up of diverse backgrounds and experiences
• 12-month contract with opportunity to become part of the core team