Job Description

Female Extra Care Support Worker - Winfrid House, Totton

Location Winfrid House, Totton, SO40

Job Type Part-time

Shifts Available Days, Evenings, Long Days & Weekends

Salary From £12.80 per hour

Join Social Care in Action (SCA Care) - Make a Difference Every Day

Social Care in Action (SCA Care) is a trusted, not-for-profit care provider supporting people to live independently and safely within our Extra Care Schemes. We are currently recruiting a Support Worker/Care Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team at Winfrid House in Totton.

Whether you are experienced in care or looking to start a rewarding career in health and social care, we would love to hear from you. Full training is provided and guaranteed hours may be available.

Shift Patterns Available

• Morning shifts: 07:00 – 14:00
• Evening shifts: 16:00 – 21:00
• Long day shifts (with a 1-hour break)
• Rota-based work with alternate weekend availability required

About the Role – Support Worker / Care Assistant

As a Support Worker within our Extra Care Scheme, you will provide person-centred care and support to individuals living in their own self-contained apartments. Your role will help people maintain independence, dignity, and choice while promoting wellbeing and community engagement.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay: From £12.80
• 6 weeks paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Guaranteed hour contracts available
• Paid training time (National Living Wage)
• Free QCF / Care qualifications (with pay enhancements above Level 2)
• Free branded uniform and lanyard
• Blue Light Card – national retail & online discounts
• Excellent Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Employer contributory pension scheme
• Career development & progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

• Support individuals with daily living and promote independence

• Provide personal care respectfully and assist with household tasks
• Encourage social inclusion and wellbeing activities
• Build positive relationships through companionship
• Work with healthcare professionals and support services
• Make a real difference every day

About You

• Compassionate, reliable, and person-focused
• Passionate about helping people live independently
• Previous care experience is welcome but not essential
• Full training and ongoing support provided
• Values-led approach aligned with dignity, respect, and human rights
• We value attitude and values over qualifications and welcome applicants new to care.

About SCA Care

Social Care in Action (SCA Care) provides high-quality Home Care, Live-in Care, Day Care, Extra Care, and Specialist Care services across Hampshire. Our mission is to empower people to live their best lives through compassionate, professional, and personalised support.

Important Information

• Female (Genuine Occupational Requirement – Equality Act 2010)
• Enhanced DBS check required (provided by SCA)
• Applicants must be UK residents with the right to work in the UK
• We are unable to offer sponsorship
• Candidates must live within the local area

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

SCA Care is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and guarantee an interview to applicants who disclose a disability and meet the essential criteria.

Apply today and start a rewarding career where your work truly matters.

Due to high application volumes, if you do not hear from us within one week, your application has not been successful on this occasion.