Social Care Assistant
Location: Hull, East Yorkshire, HU9 1DNSalary: £12.96 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shiftContract: Permanent – Full-time availableShifts: 24/7 rota – 12–14-hour shifts, including early, late and night shifts
Please Note – We as a company cannot facilitate any candidates needing sponsorship.
The Opportunity
Avocet Trust is looking for caring and committed Social Care Assistants / Support Workers to join our team supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.
No previous experience in social care is required. We provide full training, induction and ongoing support, making this a great opportunity for anyone looking to build a rewarding career in care.
Full-time roles involve a 24/7 rota with shifts that can vary between 12 and 14 hours, including early, late and night shifts. Part-time opportunities are also available.
Who We Are
Established in 1991, Avocet Trust is a leading charity providing Residential, Short Stay and Day Care services for vulnerable adults.
With over 40 properties across Hull and the East Riding, we're committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred support and helping the people we support live fulfilling and independent lives.
What You'll Do
• Provide compassionate, person-centred care and support.• Support individuals with daily living, including personal care, meals and household tasks.• Act as a Key Worker and help maintain individual care plans.• Support with medication administration and supervision.• Encourage social activities and community involvement.• Support individuals on holidays, trips and other activities.• Build positive relationships with the people we support.• Communicate effectively with families, healthcare professionals and colleagues.
What We're Looking For
No previous care experience That's okay! We welcome applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds who have transferable skills and a genuine desire to help others.
You'll need:
• A caring, positive and supportive approach.• The ability to build meaningful relationships with others.• Empathy, patience and good communication skills.• A commitment to providing high-quality care.• Flexibility to work a 24/7 rota, including 12–14-hour shifts for full-time positions.
What We Offer
• £12.96 per hour• £50 per sleep-in shift• Full training and induction• Ongoing mentoring and professional development• Supportive and nurturing team environment• Permanent employment• Full-time and part-time opportunities
If you're looking for a rewarding role where every day is different and you can make a genuine difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
Please note: Avocet Trust does not accept agency applications and cannot provide visa sponsorship.
No agencies please
