Job Description

Dedicated Care Specialist – Residential Supported Living

This position is strictly unavailable to candidates requiring visa sponsorship or a visa transition. We are unable to provide sponsorship.

Glenelg Support delivers premier assistance to persons with autism, cognitive impairments, physical challenges, and mental health requirements within community-based residential settings. We emphasize close collaboration with service users and their kin to create bespoke assistance strategies that truly enhance lives.

We are seeking empathetic and committed Care Specialists to expand our Liverpool-based team. This is an ideal opening for those aligned with our mission of high-quality care. Current shift availability includes both mixed-gender day roles with overnight sleep-in requirements and day-only assignments involving extended shifts.

We invite applicants regardless of prior professional background; we are committed to delivering the comprehensive education and mentorship necessary for your career development. Essential traits include a constructive outlook and collaborative spirit, while patience, initiative, and a genuine drive to assist others are highly valued.

Current openings necessitate candidates who possess a valid driver’s license. Specific services covered under Mobility Car Insurance mandates require a full UK/EU license; provisional or international permits are not sufficient. Furthermore, some assignments are restricted to female personnel only, as permitted under occupational requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

Core Duties

Your daily functions will involve aiding individuals in cultivating self-sufficiency at home, covering tasks such as domestic upkeep, culinary preparation, hygiene assistance, laundry, and financial management. You will also facilitate health and housing-related appointments and handle pharmaceutical administration. Moreover, you will motivate individuals to participate in social activities and community integration, fostering overall health and autonomy.

Corporate Incentives

Comprehensive education is supplied at no expense, covering pharmaceutical handling, physical assistance techniques, protection protocols, emergency aid, autism awareness, positive behavior strategies, and nutrition hygiene.

Our package includes:

Significant recruitment referral incentives*
Periodic employee prize draws*
Adaptable scheduling and established work sites
Defined professional advancement tracks
Reduced-cost fitness center access*
Blue Light emergency services discount
Compensation exceeding the National Living Wage
Enhanced rates for sleep-in duties and additional hours
Employer-funded DBS certification
Relaxed professional attire

Job Data Table

Category	Details
Company Name	Glenelg Support Ltd
Location	Liverpool, United Kingdom
Locality	Various Liverpool Sites
Country	United Kingdom
City	Liverpool
Region	North West England
Job Type	Full-time and Part-time
Salaries	Exceeds National Living Wage
Experience Level	Entry Level (Training provided)
Travel	Driving Required (Full UK/EU License)
Language	English
Benefits	Free Training, Paid DBS, Blue Light Discount, Gym Rates

Skills & Competency Table

Skill	Level
Independent Living Support	Advanced
Medication Administration	Intermediate (Trained)
Positive Behaviour Support	Intermediate
Communication & Empathy	Expert
Safeguarding Awareness	Advanced

Salaries Pay Calculator Table

Component	Amount
Annual Salary	£23,500 – £26,500 (Estimated full-time)
Sleep-in Rate	Competitive Fixed Rate per night
Total Compensation	Hourly + Sleep-ins + Overtime
Notes	Starting rate is above National Living Wage

Job Summary

This role involves supporting individuals with disabilities in Liverpool to live independently. You will assist with daily tasks like cooking, personal care, and community activities. No prior experience is needed as full training is provided. Requirements include a positive attitude, a full UK/EU driving license, and no visa sponsorship needs.

5 Simple FAQs

Do I need experience to apply? No, Glenelg provides full paid training for new starters.
Is a driving license mandatory? Yes, a full UK/EU license is required for current vacancies.
Do you offer visa sponsorship? No, this role is not open to those requiring sponsorship or a visa switch.
What are “sleep-ins”? These are shifts where you stay overnight at the service to provide support if needed.
Are there gender-specific roles? Yes, some services require female-only staff due to the specific needs of the individuals.

Expert Analysis

Glenelg Support offers a robust entry point into the social care sector by covering the cost of the DBS and all mandatory training. Their inclusion of specialized training like Autism and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is a high-value career asset. However, the requirement for a full UK/EU license is a strict barrier to entry.

Location & Logistics Guide

The roles are situated across various residential locations in Liverpool. Excellent local knowledge is beneficial for community outings. Most sites are in suburban neighborhoods, necessitating the driving requirement to transport service users to appointments or social events across Merseyside.

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Career Path

Staff typically start as Support Workers and, through Glenelg’s progression pathways, move into Senior Support Worker or Team Leader roles. With the specialized training provided (Safeguarding, PBS, and Epilepsy), employees can also transition into specialized roles in Care Coordination, Social Work, or specialized Mental Health nursing after further education.

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