Job details
- Salary £12.21 to £14.75 per hour Paid travel time and mileage
- Role Carer / Support Worker
- Hours Full Time or Part Time
- Location Southampton, Hampshire
- Job Reference HC SW
Job summary
Home Care Support Worker - Southampton (Female only*)
Join Our Caring Community as a Home Care Support Worker
(Drivers Needed)
Make a real difference in people’s lives, every single day.
At Social Care in Action (SCA Care), we’re proud to support
individuals across the Southampton area to live safely, independently,
and with dignity in the comfort of their own homes.
We’re looking for kind-hearted, reliable drivers who want to
make a positive impact in their local community. Whether you prefer
working independently or as part of a team, we have flexible roles
that could be perfect for you.
Why Join Us?
- Feel Good About What You Do – Every day, you’ll be improving lives and making genuine connections.
- Use Your Driving Skills for Good – Travel across Central, East, and West Southampton while supporting those who need it most.
- Flexible Hours That Work Around You – We understand the importance of work-life balance, especially in social care. That’s why we offer flexible scheduling from Monday to Sunday, with split shifts available (7:00 AM – 2:30 PM or 2:30 PM – 10:00 PM), or full-day shifts that include a well-earned two-hour break. Whether you're looking to fit work around family, studies, or other commitments, we’ll help you find a pattern that suits your lifestyle.
- Be Part of a Friendly, Supportive Team – You’ll never feel alone – you’ll be part of a supportive, close-knit team that’s always here to help.
About You
You don’t need formal qualifications – just empathy,
enthusiasm, and a can-do attitude. If you bring the right values,
we’ll provide all the training and support you need. Experience is a
bonus, but not a requirement.
You must have:
- A full, valid UK driving licence
- Access to your own car with business insurance
What You’ll Be Doing
Every day is different – but your core focus will be helping
people live fulfilling, independent lives. That could include:
- Encouraging independence and supporting with daily routines
- Assisting with personal care, meals, and medication
- Helping with household tasks and joining in everyday activities
- Providing companionship, laughter, and emotional support
- You’ll be helping people not just live, but thrive.
What We Offer You
- From £12.21 per hour
- Paid Travel time - £12.21 per hour
- 45p mileage reimbursement
- Paid day off on your birthday....so you can relax
- 6 weeks paid holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Fully paid training & career development opportunities
- Guaranteed hours available, if that's what you would like
- Enhanced pay for Level 2+ care qualifications
- Free branded workwear and lanyard
- Excellent Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- Blue Light Card – discounts in major stores
- Employer contributory pension scheme
About SCA Care
We’re more than just a care provider – we’re a social
enterprise with a heart. We believe in investing in our people,
offering genuine career development, and creating an environment where
everyone is respected, valued, and supported.
When you thrive, we thrive.
Important Info
This role requires an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be
obtained for you by SCA.
SCA is based and operate in the UK and can only process
applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and
eligible to work in the UK. Please note we will not be able to
accept applications from candidates who require sponsorships to
work, do not hold a valid UK driving license and access to their own
vehicle or candidates who do not currently reside within the local area.
SCA is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and
is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities
for all employees and applicants for employment. We welcome
applications from people from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds.
SCA is Disability Confident Committed and we guarantee to
interview all applicants who let us know they have a disability and
meet the minimum essential criteria for this role. SCA has been
awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment
towards the employment, retention, training and career development
of disabled employees.
Due to the high number of applications, if you haven’t heard from
us within one week, unfortunately, this means your application has
not been successful on this occasion.
*Genuine occupational requirement under part 1, schedule 9 of
the Equality Act 2010.
Skills / Qualifications:
- valid UK driving licence
- Access to your own car with business insurance
- empathy
- enthusiasm
- and a can-do attitude