Specialist Support Worker (Female Only)

Company Overview

Support Solutions is a leading home care provider dedicated to delivering personalised, outcome-focused support to individuals across various regions. Established in 2014, our mission is to transform care delivery by ensuring every client receives compassionate, high-quality assistance tailored to their specific needs. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive environment for our team members, emphasizing professional development and values-driven care.

Location: Rural area near Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Pay: £18 per hour, depending on experience and communication skills
Contract: Part-time
Driving: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle essential

About the Role

We are seeking two compassionate, reliable and experienced female Support Worker to support an active young woman with autism at home and in the local community.

Applicants must have at least 2 years’ experience supporting individuals with autism, including behavioural challenges, and a basic understanding of BSL and/or Makaton.

You must be patient, energetic, consistent and confident working independently and as part of an established team.

Essential Requirements

• Female applicants only (Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010).
• Minimum 2 years’ autism support experience, including behavioural challenges.
• Basic knowledge of BSL, Makaton or similar communication methods.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Availability for waking night shifts and the full fixed rota.

Desirable: Health and Social Care qualifications, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) experience, autism-specific training, and experience supporting non-verbal individuals.

Shift Pattern

The role follows a four-week rolling rota, we require 2 staff to cover the shift pattern:

Week 1, 2 & 3

• Thursday: 09:30–12:30
• Friday: 15:30–21:00
• Friday overnight: 21:00–08:30 Saturday (waking night)
• Saturday: 10:30–14:30
• Sunday: 10:30–14:30

Week 4

• Thursday: 09:30–12:30
• Friday: 15:00–19:00

Please note: Shift times are fixed and non-negotiable. Applicants must be able to commit to the full rota, including waking nights.

What We Offer

• £15–£16 per hour.
• Ongoing support from an experienced care team.
• A supportive family environment.
• A rewarding specialist support role.

Location

The role is based in a rural location outside Harrogate, where public transport is limited. Suitable locations for applicants include Harrogate, Ripon, Boroughbridge, Knaresborough, Wetherby, Boston Spa, York and surrounding villages.

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed and include:

• Your autism support experience.
• Your BSL/Makaton knowledge or training.
• Confirmation you can commit to the full shift rota.
• Confirmation of your full UK driving licence and vehicle access.

Applications without relevant autism experience and basic BSL/Makaton knowledge are unlikely to be considered.