About this role
This permanent Personal Care Assistant / Support Worker role is based at new supported living apartments in Harrogate, with home care support across Harrogate, Ripon, Knaresborough and surrounding areas. The salary is £13.03 per hour, plus paid travel time and 45p per mile. Flexible contracts are available, from 5 to 37.5 hours per week, full or part-time. You will support younger disabled people with personal care and daily living tasks, help develop and maintain independent living skills, assist with household routines, and enable customers to access their community and enjoy activities they love. As the role is community-based, you will need a full driving licence, access to your own car, and business insurance.
Job Description
Personal Care Assistant / Support Worker
Location: New supported living apartments in Harrogate + home care support across Harrogate, Ripon, Knaresborough, and surrounding areas
Salary: £13.03 per hour + paid travel time & 45p per mile
Hours: Flexible contracts available (5-37.5 hours per week, full or part-time)
As this role is community-based, you'll need a full driving licence, access to your own car, and business insurance.
Are you passionate about helping people live life their way? Would you like to support younger disabled people to reach their goals, gain independence, and thrive?
Join their friendly team at a charity that truly puts people first.
The Role
As a Personal Assistant, you'll empower their customers to live the life they choose. No two days are the same - you might be:
- Supporting with personal care and daily living tasks
- Helping to develop and maintain independent living skills
- Assisting with household routines
- Enabling customers to access their community and enjoy activities they love
- Providing the encouragement and support they need to achieve their aspirations
Skills and Qualifications
- A genuine desire to help others
- Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive attitude
- Great communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Energy, commitment, and a focus on good practice
- A full driving licence and access to a car
Benefits
- Comprehensive training - no experience needed, they'll give you everything you need to succeed
- Career progression opportunities - grow with them and gain qualifications, including a fully funded Diploma in Health & Social Care
- Great working environment - supportive, inclusive, and people-focused
- Wellbeing perks & rewards - from Wellness Wednesdays to a paid Blue Light Card and Cycle to Work scheme
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please do not hesitate to apply.