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Community Care Worker – Supporting Children and Young Adults with Disabilities

Community Care Worker – Supporting Children and Young Adults with Disabilities Job Description

Location: Solihull Borough Council Area

Salary: £12.71 to 13.60 per hour 

Contract: Flexible – Full Time, Part Time, and Bank Staff Opportunities

Start Date: Immediate Opportunities Available

 

Who We Are

At Litmus Care, we are passionate about making a real difference. We support children and young adults with disabilities to live meaningful, independent lives in the comfort of their homes and local communities. Our service is built on compassion, respect, dignity, and person-centred care.

 

We are now seeking Caring, Compassionate, and Committed individuals to join our expanding team in Solihull. No prior care experience is necessary, just a genuine passion to help others and a commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals.

 

What We Offer

  • Payment between £12.71 and £13.60 per hour 

  • Flexible working hours with full-time, part-time, and bank contracts

  • Paid mileage between visits (for drivers)

  • Structured full induction programme and ongoing free training

  • Career development and progression opportunities

  • Dedicated Manager and team support to help you succeed

  • £50 Referral Reward Scheme when you refer a friend to join our team (Terms and Conditions applies)

 

Your Role

As a Community Care Worker with Litmus Care, you will:

  • Support children and young adults with disabilities in their homes and local communities

  • Support children and young adults with autism, learning disabilities, and behaviour that challenges

  • Promote independence and help the children and young people achieve personal goals

  • Provide personal care with dignity (bathing, toileting, dressing, mobility support)

  • Assist with household tasks (cleaning, meal preparation, laundry)

  • Administer or assist with medication following care plans

  • Support with community access, engagement, shopping, collecting prescriptions, and outings

  • Support with building new skills

  • Be a trusted, friendly, and professional presence for the children and young people we support and their families

  • Provide person-centred support in accessing the community

 

Who We Are Looking For

  • A genuine passion to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young adults we support

  • Natural compassion, patience, and resilience

  • Good communication skills and the ability to work independently

  • Flexibility and reliability to meet the needs of the people we support

Desirable:

  • Previous experience working with children, particularly those with disabilities

  • Experience in behaviour management

  • Living within Solihull or nearby areas for ease of commute

  • Current full UK Driving Licence and access to own car

 

If this describes you, follow the link to submit your application today.

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