Support Worker - Acuity Care Group Limited : Job Details

Job Introduction

Male Support WorkerPay rate: £14.18 per hour flat rateShift Pattern: Monday - Sunday - 8:00am - 20:00pm or 20:00pm - 8:00am.

You need to be able to work full time & have a full UK drivers license.

We’re looking for compassionate, reliable male support workers within Lincoln with experience supporting individuals with severe learning disabilities (LD), Autism, and epilepsy to join a small, dedicated team.

You’ll be supporting an individual who is non-verbal, has complex needs, and can display behaviours that are physically challenging. Although epilepsy is part of the diagnosis, there have been no seizures in 5 years.

What makes this role unique is the opportunity to support a family-focused individual with strong bonds with their parents and a vibrant personality. There's a real passion for 4x4 off-road vehicles, a deep love of animals, and a creative side that shines through in arts and crafts. Humour plays a big part in day-to-day life, with favourites including Mr Bean and Top Gear. Support is person-centred, with the long-term goal of building community access. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on, engaging creatively, and working as part of a team that values input from family and professionals alike.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in Learning Disabilities & Autism (LDA)
• Comfortable with behaviours that challenge
• Driver (Essential – for outings and appointments)
• Male applicants only (due to personal care and specific needs)
• Experience with epilepsy, non-verbal communication, and Makaton is a bonus – but not essential

 More about Acuity Care Group

We have been around for nearly 20 years so know our stuff! We have over 900 people working for us across Operations and supporting roles. Acuity Care Group is a Supported Living healthcare provider, comprising 3 specialist business divisions:

• LD&A – Learning Disabilities & Autism
• Bespoke
• Team Brain Injury

This role sits within our Bespoke Health & Social Care family, and you will be supported by an experienced hands-on Complex Care Manager.

We work together in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are person-centred and the needs of the people we support are at the heart of everything we do. Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences.

What next?

If you have the skills and experience listed above for this role, please pop us over your CV through the job link but if you have any questions and need to know more before you apply, please drop us a call.

We will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail as soon as possible, go through some screening questions with you. Should you be keen to take it further and have the right experience, we will arrange an interview on Teams.

Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

What else do we offer? 

We do offer additional benefits including:

• Access to Westfield Rewards - an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companies
• Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appointments 24/7 and cashback for health expenses
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), support helplines and counselling for when you need more support covering mental wellness, finances and relationships to name a few.
• Blue Light Card discount scheme and Blue Light Card tickets – grab a free ticket to a horse race or comedy show.
• Further training in NVQ's in Health and Social Care
• Progression opportunities within the organisation
• Ongoing training and development
• A generous Refer a Friend scheme - receive up to £500!

This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from men for this position.