Are you caring, compassionate, and friendly?

Do you want to help others live independently with dignity, choice, and respect?

If so, we’d love to hear from you

We’re looking for a dedicated Support Assistant to join our Peripatetic Service at Sherwood Court, Wakefield. This vital service operates 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year, delivering high-quality care to people in their own homes.

About the Role

The post is for 21.00 hours per week

You’ll work on a 2-week rolling Rota, including:

- Morning shifts: 08:00 – 14:00
- Weekends and bank holidays (enhanced pay rates apply)

Salary 26,847- 27,274 (FTE) £13.92 to £14.14 per hour

This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016.

Your role will include:

- Supporting individuals to remain in their own homes
- Promoting independence and person-centred care i.e. Washing/dressing/Bathing/Toileting/Meals & Medication
- Working collaboratively with professionals and agencies
- Treating every person with dignity and respect

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

- GCSE Grades D–G in Math’s and English or
- Functional Skills Level 1 in Math’s and English

Desirable (but not required)

Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent). Don’t have the Level 2 qualification, No problem We’ll provide full training and fund your qualification after successful completion of your probation period.

We’ll support you with:

- Full training to deliver high standards of care
- Funded qualification upon successful completion of your probation period

Why Wakefield Council

- Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays




- Support and access to high-quality training programmes to progress your career to the next level.
- Regular one-to-one meetings and strong support for your personal development
- We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
- Access to Wellbeing Coaching if required, Support for Carers, a Sense of Belonging.
- Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
- Great range of perks including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

Fluency Duty

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

Applicants must demonstrate a proficient level of spoken English, as outlined in the job specification.

Please read the guidance on the Council’s website before completing your application.

You must meet all essential criteria to be shortlisted.

You must have the right to work in the UK and provide evidence at interview.

A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Tel: 07464907721

E-mail: [email protected]

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📌 Peripatetic Support Assistant (Port Wakefield)
🏢 Wakefield Council
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