Specialist Female Support Worker

Job Title: Specialist Female Support Worker 
Location: Fairford, Gloucestershire
Salary: £16 per hour (Remote Specialist Rate)
Contract Type: 45 hours per week 
Shift Patterns: Week 1: Mon 9:00–16:00, Wed 11:00–15:00, Thu 10:00–14:00, Fri 9:00–16:00 (22 hours)
Week 2: Mon 9:00–16:00, Wed 11:00–15:00, Thu 10:00–14:00, Fri 9:00–16:00, Sat or Sun 10:00–17:00 (29 hours)
 
This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be provided by Prosperity Care & Wellbeing. Please note we do not offer sponsorship at this time.
 
Make a Difference. Grow Your Career.
Join Prosperity Care & Wellbeing and make a meaningful impact while developing your career with an award-winning organisation. We deliver outstanding, person-centred care to vulnerable adults with complex needs and have been recognised with awards including:

Best Place to Work – Gloucestershire Live Business Awards 2022

Culture & Diversity Award – Circle2Success Business Awards 2023

Home Care Employer (South West) – Great British Care Awards 2024

Excellence in Social Care Training – GCPA Awards 2024

Best National Home Care Employer (UK) – Great British Care Awards 2025

About the Role 
You will be supporting a bright and active female in her early 20s who has autism and learning disabilities. She experiences non-epileptic seizures, so strong awareness and attention to detail are essential. The role involves encouraging independence, supporting daily routines, assisting with personal care, and accompanying her on community activities and outings. Support is usually provided as part of a two-person team, although there may be opportunities to work one-to-one during additional shifts. She lives at home with family, who are available for support if required. Driving will be needed for community trips, with mileage reimbursed.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to help develop independence and everyday life skills
• Assist with personal care and daily routines in a respectful and supportive manner
• Monitor and respond appropriately to non-epileptic seizures
• Support access to social and community activities
• Work collaboratively with another support worker as part of a small team
• Drive to activities and appointments when required
   

Requirements

• Experience supporting individuals with autism and learning disabilities is desirable
• Calm, observant, and able to respond appropriately in situations involving seizures
• A compassionate, patient, and person-centred approach
• Confidence providing personal care
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to drive for outings and appointments
• Reliable, flexible, and committed to providing high-quality support
   

Why Join Prosperity Care & Wellbeing?
We offer a supportive, inclusive, and values-driven culture where you can truly thrive.
Benefits include:

• Comprehensive in-house induction and ongoing specialist training
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Access to Vivup employee benefits
• Lifestyle savings
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Free online counselling
• Online GP access
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Home & electronics salary-sacrifice schemes
• Employee wellbeing programmes
• Free parking in designated areas across Gloucestershire
• Enhanced DBS provided

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and believe that diversity strengthens our team. We value individuality, inclusivity, and a culture where everyone can thrive. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults with care and support needs, and we expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment with the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Please note: Due to the personal nature of the role and the needs of the individual we support, applications are accepted from female candidates only.

Ready to Apply?
If you’re passionate about empowering others, confident leading teams, and ready to make a meaningful impact in specialist care, we’d love to hear from you.
 
Please read the full job description and person specification for further details.

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