Dim/23006
£12.64 Per Hour
Colchester
England, East of England, Essex
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: January 31, 2026
About Dimensions
At Dimensions, work is more than a job, it’s a chance to make everyday matter. You’ll join a team built on respect, courage, and partnership, where your ideas are valued and your wellbeing comes first. Recognised as a Great Place to Work for seven years, we’ll support you with training, flexibility, and career development so you can thrive. Together, we’ll create opportunities for people to live life their way and help you grow in ways that matter to you.
About the role
We’re looking for a Female Support Worker to join our supported living home in Stanway, Colchester (CO3). This is a full-time role or a 30-hour contract, paying £12.64 per hour. A full UK driving licence is essential (manual preferred).
You’ll support two women and one man to live independently and enjoy the things that make life meaningful. This is a lively, engaging home where no two days are the same. From baking, painting, and arts and crafts to swimming, bowling, cinema trips, and dance classes, you’ll help bring ideas to life and make everyday matter. One person attends college and is preparing for work, another has a job and needs support getting to and from work, and the third enjoys daily social events at a local community centre.
You’ll also support with personal care for the two women, including mobility assistance for one who walks with support, and medication for all three people. Communication is key, one-person benefits from Makaton (training provided), and you’ll follow SALT plans for safe eating and drinking. You’ll help with cooking, meal planning, shopping, and keeping the home running smoothly. Holidays are a big part of life here too, with one or two trips a year where you’ll join in to make it all possible.
About you
You don’t need experience, just the right attitude and a willingness to learn. You’ll be caring, reliable, and ready to present new ideas in fun and exciting ways. Patience, clear communication, and flexibility are essential, along with a full UK driving licence. If you’re passionate about making a real difference and helping people live life their way, we’d love to hear from you.
Rewards that make a difference
- Competitive Pay– Attractive hourly rates and permanent contracts.
- Generous Annual Leave– 30 days (including bank holidays), rising to 35 days with service.
- Pension Scheme– Employer and employee contributions.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)– 24/7 confidential wellbeing support for you and your family.
- Health and Wellbeing Benefits– Access to Aviva Health, discounted health cash plans, and salary advance schemes.
- Shopping Discounts– Through Vivup and Blue Light Card for supermarkets, retail, and leisure.
- Career Development– Award-winning Aspire programme and Dimensions Academy for training and progression.
- Additional Perks– Bike-to-work scheme, season ticket loans, holiday buy/sell options, and refer-a-friend bonus (£500).
- Inclusive Culture– Disability Confident Leader status, reasonable adjustment support, and diversity initiatives.
Apply Now!
- Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are filled.
- Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
- An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
- We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.
- As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training, and career development of disabled employees.
- As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
- We ...
Dim/23006
£12.64 Per Hour
Colchester
England, East of England, Essex
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: January 31, 2026
About Dimensions
At Dimensions, work is more than a job, it’s a chance to make everyday matter. You’ll join a team built on respect, courage, and partnership, where your ideas are valued and your wellbeing comes first. Recognised as a Great Place to Work for seven years, we’ll support you with training, flexibility, and career development so you can thrive. Together, we’ll create opportunities for people to live life their way and help you grow in ways that matter to you.
About the role
We’re looking for a Female Support Worker to join our supported living home in Stanway, Colchester (CO3). This is a full-time role or a 30-hour contract, paying £12.64 per hour. A full UK driving licence is essential (manual preferred).
You’ll support two women and one man to live independently and enjoy the things that make life meaningful. This is a lively, engaging home where no two days are the same. From baking, painting, and arts and crafts to swimming, bowling, cinema trips, and dance classes, you’ll help bring ideas to life and make everyday matter. One person attends college and is preparing for work, another has a job and needs support getting to and from work, and the third enjoys daily social events at a local community centre.
You’ll also support with personal care for the two women, including mobility assistance for one who walks with support, and medication for all three people. Communication is key, one-person benefits from Makaton (training provided), and you’ll follow SALT plans for safe eating and drinking. You’ll help with cooking, meal planning, shopping, and keeping the home running smoothly. Holidays are a big part of life here too, with one or two trips a year where you’ll join in to make it all possible.
About you
You don’t need experience, just the right attitude and a willingness to learn. You’ll be caring, reliable, and ready to present new ideas in fun and exciting ways. Patience, clear communication, and flexibility are essential, along with a full UK driving licence. If you’re passionate about making a real difference and helping people live life their way, we’d love to hear from you.
Rewards that make a difference
- Competitive Pay– Attractive hourly rates and permanent contracts.
- Generous Annual Leave– 30 days (including bank holidays), rising to 35 days with service.
- Pension Scheme– Employer and employee contributions.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)– 24/7 confidential wellbeing support for you and your family.
- Health and Wellbeing Benefits– Access to Aviva Health, discounted health cash plans, and salary advance schemes.
- Shopping Discounts– Through Vivup and Blue Light Card for supermarkets, retail, and leisure.
- Career Development– Award-winning Aspire programme and Dimensions Academy for training and progression.
- Additional Perks– Bike-to-work scheme, season ticket loans, holiday buy/sell options, and refer-a-friend bonus (£500).
- Inclusive Culture– Disability Confident Leader status, reasonable adjustment support, and diversity initiatives.
Apply Now!
- Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are filled.
- Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
- An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
- We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.
- As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training, and career development of disabled employees.
- As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
- We ...
Dim/23003
£13.55 Per Hour
Bury St Edmunds
England, East of England, Suffolk
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: January 30, 2026
At Dimensions, every day is an opportunity to make life better—for the people we support and for you. Guided by our values of Ambition, Courage, Integrity, Partnership, and Respect, we create a workplace where your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. Join us in Bury St Edmunds and discover a role that’s full of purpose, belonging, and the chance to thrive.
About the role
We’re looking for a female Support Worker to join our team in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk (IP33). This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week, with shifts typically running 8?am–8?pm or 10?am–5?pm, including alternate weekends. The pay rate is £13.55 per hour.
You’ll be supporting a young woman in her 20s who lives independently in her own flat. She’s active and loves swimming, bowling, trampolining, and days out at the beach, so you’ll need to be a confident swimmer and ideally a driver to help her get to places of interest. At home, she enjoys arts and crafts, movies, music, and singing along to nursery rhymes. She has epilepsy so you’ll receive specialist training in emergency medication and Positive Behaviour Support. Communication is key, she doesn’t always use words, so you’ll use visual aids to build trust and encourage independence.
About you
You’ll bring energy, confidence, and a warm personality to the role, with the ability to stay calm under pressure and respond with compassion. Experience supporting people with behaviours of distress or epilepsy is helpful, but full training will be provided. You’ll need to be comfortable with personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration, and willing to work flexibly, including weekends. A full UK driving licence is preferred.
Rewards that make a difference
- Competitive?pay and permanent shifts
- 30 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), rising with service
- Pension, sick pay, and wellbeing support 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts, season-ticket loan, bike-to-work scheme
- Award-winning training, career progression, and staff recognition schemes
Apply Now!
- Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are filled.
- Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
- An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
- We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.
- As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training, and career development of disabled employees.
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Job description
- City:Margate
- Vacancy type:Full Time
- Salary:£24,829
- Rate:per annum
- Plus:Benefits
- Closing Date:31 January 2026
Female Support Worker (5956)
- Female Support Worker
- £24,829 per annum (pro rata)
- Full time
- Full UK driving license highly desired
- Must be flexible for all shifts - AM, PM, Waking Nights and Sleep Ins.
Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? Join Avenues – where people smile, laugh, grow, and achieve great things together.
At Avenues, we believe that when our teams feel valued and supported, they create the best possible outcomes for the people we support. If you’re looking for your next role in social care – or considering a fulfilling career change – we’d love to hear from you!
The Role
We are looking for passionate and caring Female Support Workers to join our teams in Margate, supporting adults with:
- Autism
- Learning disabilities
- Physical disabilities
- Communication difficulties
- Behaviours that challenge
- Epilepsy
Our services include supported living homes, self-contained flats, and community-based outreach. During your telephone interview, our Recruitment Team will discuss which opportunities best suit your skills and preferences.
Every day is different, but your role will include:
- Supporting people to live independently and enjoy everyday activities
- Encouraging social connections with family, friends, and the local community
- Helping with finances, household tasks, and shopping
- Providing respectful, person-centred personal care
- Most importantly – creating moments of joy and achievement!
No previous experience? No problem!
We provide award-winning, accredited training at no cost to you – including Health and Social Care Diplomas to help you develop your career.
What’s in it for you?
- Early Pay – access your earnings before payday
- Fully paid, enhanced DBS
- Flexible working patterns
- Paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Comprehensive training and career progression opportunities
- Contributory pension scheme with life assurance
- Discounts on shopping, holidays, and more via Blue Light Card and Bene£its website
- Recommend a Friend scheme – earn up to £500
- 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including confidential counselling
We celebrate diversity and welcome everyone!
As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme, candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Ready to start your feel-good career? Apply today – we can’t wait to meet you!
D019286
£12.64 Per Hour
Droitwich Spa
England, Worcestershire, West Midlands
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: January 31, 2026
Start 2026 with purpose as a Female Support Worker in WR9 (Droitwich Area)
Location: WR9 – Droitwich (Close to local amenities)Pay: £12.64 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shiftPosition: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)Driver Requirement: Working towards driving confidence (manual preferred for mobility vehicles)
– Current Support Worker
We’re looking for Female Support Workers to join our dedicated team in WR9, supporting six incredible individuals aged 20s–30s with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and complex needs. This is a highly rewarding role where every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful experiences.
- Five gentlemen and one lady, each with unique personalities and communication styles
- Most use wheelchairs and hoists; confidence with manual handling is essential
- Strong family involvement and collaborative working with relatives
Their Interests Include:
- Sensory activities, hydrotherapy, and water play
- Trips to Apex motocross, train stations, and church visits
- Music, nursery rhymes, and story time
- Creative hobbies like painting and woodwork
- Fun, silly interactions and role play
You’ll provide 1:1 and 2:1 support, ensuring safety, dignity, and engagement. Responsibilities include:
- Personal care and manual handling
- Supporting PEG feeding and dysphagia needs
- Administering medication (including buccal for epilepsy)
- Promoting independence and meaningful routines
- Engaging in sensory and community activities
- Building strong relationships with families and the team
- Day: 7:30 AM – 8:30 PM / 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM / 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Long Day: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Night: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM / 10:00 PM – 9:30 AM (Sleep-ins included)
Rotas provided in advance for work-life balance.
- Female applicant (Genuine Occupational Requirement applies)
- Great communication skills and ability to spot non-verbal cues
- Calm under pressure, proactive, and forward-thinking
- Comfortable singing, making silly faces, and engaging creatively
- Team player who builds positive relationships with staff and families
- Confidence with manual handling and mobility support
(Experience in complex care preferred but full training provided.)
- Award-Winning Workplace:Great Place to Work for 7 years
- Career Development:Aspire program, funded accredited courses
- Wellbeing & Flexibility:Health checks, mental health support, flexible working
- Recognition:Inspiring People Awards, CEO highlights
- Generous Leave:30 days annual leave pro rata + buy/sell options
- Additional Perks:Bike to Work scheme, discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships
- Applications reviewed upon receipt – interviews ongoing
- Enhanced DBS required (cost covered by Dimensions)
- Inclusive workforce: We welcome diversity and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria
- BSL support available for all recruitment communications
Gender Requirement:
Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
Ready to make a real difference?
Apply now and join a team that values you and the incredible work you do!
Dim/23003
£13.55 Per Hour
Bury St Edmunds
England, East of England, Suffolk
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: January 30, 2026
At Dimensions, every day is an opportunity to make life better—for the people we support and for you. Guided by our values of Ambition, Courage, Integrity, Partnership, and Respect, we create a workplace where your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. Join us in Bury St Edmunds and discover a role that’s full of purpose, belonging, and the chance to thrive.
About the role
We’re looking for a female Support Worker to join our team in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk (IP33). This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week, with shifts typically running 8?am–8?pm or 10?am–5?pm, including alternate weekends. The pay rate is £13.55 per hour.
You’ll be supporting a young woman in her 20s who lives independently in her own flat. She’s active and loves swimming, bowling, trampolining, and days out at the beach, so you’ll need to be a confident swimmer and ideally a driver to help her get to places of interest. At home, she enjoys arts and crafts, movies, music, and singing along to nursery rhymes. She has epilepsy so you’ll receive specialist training in emergency medication and Positive Behaviour Support. Communication is key, she doesn’t always use words, so you’ll use visual aids to build trust and encourage independence.
About you
You’ll bring energy, confidence, and a warm personality to the role, with the ability to stay calm under pressure and respond with compassion. Experience supporting people with behaviours of distress or epilepsy is helpful, but full training will be provided. You’ll need to be comfortable with personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration, and willing to work flexibly, including weekends. A full UK driving licence is preferred.
Rewards that make a difference
- Competitive?pay and permanent shifts
- 30 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), rising with service
- Pension, sick pay, and wellbeing support 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts, season-ticket loan, bike-to-work scheme
- Award-winning training, career progression, and staff recognition schemes
Apply Now!
- Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are filled.
- Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
- An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
- We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.
- As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training, and career development of disabled employees.
Care and Support Assistant (Twilight) Magdalen House – 12hrs per week
Website Gloucester Charities Trust
Care and Support Assistant Magdalen House – 12 hrs per week, includes weekends
£12.88 per hour if meds trained, plus £1.00 per hour at weekends
(or starting at £12.61 per hour and increasing when meds trained)
Three shifts per week (12hrs per week over two week rota) shifts are 8pm – midnight
Magdalen House (our 29-bed home) is a beautifully presented Residential Care Home for older people. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced carer who believes delivering resident health and wellbeing is the highest priority.
The job will suit candidates who are skilled and compassionate, are empathetic to the needs of older people, and looking for ongoing development.
Those holding a minimum of NVQ/QCF 2 in Health and Social Care, or the Care Certificate are encouraged to apply.
We do not provide sponsored employment.
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Click here to send your CV and apply.
What we offer
- 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Competitive pay enhancements
- Contributory Pension Scheme – NEST
- Free uniform and DBS
- Save as you earn scheme
- £500 friend referral scheme.
- Birthday bonus / long service awards
- Reward and Recognition scheme
- Staff Champion and staff wellbeing initiatives
- Full training programme & development opportunities
- Limited onsite parking
Who are we?
We are Gloucester Charities Trust (GCT) a multiple award-winning care provider and employer, who offer a range of services from specialist Dementia day services to Sheltered Housing and Residential care for older people in Gloucester.
Our staff are the key to our success. Recruiting and retaining the right staff is paramount. We need caring and compassionate people to help us provide the type of caring environment you would want your own loved ones to have.
There is no closing date for this post. Interviews will be agreed with applicants.
Care and Support Assistant (Twilight) Magdalen House – 12hrs per week
Website Gloucester Charities Trust
Care and Support Assistant Magdalen House – 12 hrs per week, includes weekends
£12.88 per hour if meds trained, plus £1.00 per hour at weekends
(or starting at £12.61 per hour and increasing when meds trained)
Three shifts per week (12hrs per week over two week rota) shifts are 8pm – midnight
Magdalen House (our 29-bed home) is a beautifully presented Residential Care Home for older people. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced carer who believes delivering resident health and wellbeing is the highest priority.
The job will suit candidates who are skilled and compassionate, are empathetic to the needs of older people, and looking for ongoing development.
Those holding a minimum of NVQ/QCF 2 in Health and Social Care, or the Care Certificate are encouraged to apply.
We do not provide sponsored employment.
Click here for job description
Click here to send your CV and apply.
What we offer
- 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Competitive pay enhancements
- Contributory Pension Scheme – NEST
- Free uniform and DBS
- Save as you earn scheme
- £500 friend referral scheme.
- Birthday bonus / long service awards
- Reward and Recognition scheme
- Staff Champion and staff wellbeing initiatives
- Full training programme & development opportunities
- Limited onsite parking
Who are we?
We are Gloucester Charities Trust (GCT) a multiple award-winning care provider and employer, who offer a range of services from specialist Dementia day services to Sheltered Housing and Residential care for older people in Gloucester.
Our staff are the key to our success. Recruiting and retaining the right staff is paramount. We need caring and compassionate people to help us provide the type of caring environment you would want your own loved ones to have.
There is no closing date for this post. Interviews will be agreed with applicants.
Finance & Support Officer Recruitment Pack - January 2026 Contents 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 2 Finance Officer - January 2026 Introduction Dear Applicant, Thank you for your interest in joining the Glastonbury Abbey team. Glastonbury Abbey holds a unique place in English history and cultural identity. Its fame was built upon its rich tradition of legends, linking Glastonbury with the biblical figure of Joseph of Arimathea, and chivalric figures such as King Arthur and Queen Guinevere. Glastonbury’s reputation as the earliest Christian church in western Europe attracted spiritual pilgrims, royal patrons and tremendous wealth. Glastonbury Abbey is located in the heart of Glastonbury, Somerset, a diverse and vibrant town renowned throughout the world as a place of pilgrimage. The abbey is governed by a board of trustees and is led by a director and senior leadership team that deliver the strategic objectives in line with its charitable objects. It welcomes visitors from all over the world while also maintaining strong links with its local community via a membership scheme and a programme of special events. Glastonbury Abbey offers visitors a heritage site with nationally significant archaeological ruins, a 14th century medieval kitchen, 36 acres of beautiful grounds as well as a museum, cafés and a shop. It is a site of pilgrimage for people of all faiths and backgrounds and hosts more than 170,000 visitors per year attracted by reasons as diverse as spirituality, myth, legend, exercise, reflection, history and the environment. This is an exciting period in the life of the abbey. The Abbey Yard development, providing new visitor welcome spaces, gift shop and café, was completed in 2025, and we welcomed 179,000 visitors that year. Future plans include, among other things, improved heritage interpretation and an ambitious programme of conservation. Glastonbury Abbey is a historical monument, spiritual centre, and visitor attraction. If this role and the opportunity of working at such a location appeals to you we willbe very happy to hear from you. Janet Bell, MBE Director, Glastonbury Abbey 3 Finance & Support Officer - January 2026 Who We Are Glastonbury Abbey is an independent registered charity (no. 1129263) and a company limited by guarantee (no. 6873912), with visitor income and donations the only sources of income. The abbey is governed by a board of trustees. The objects of the charity have been reviewed and are currently with the Charity Commission for approval. They are: • maintain and preserve the built and natural environment of Glastonbury Abbey • use and develop Glastonbury Abbey to advance the Christian religion in accordance with its traditions and spiritual significance • educate and inspire an understanding and appreciation of the historic and religious importance of Glastonbury Abbey. The abbey is a scheduled ancient monument and listed building of national importance. The ruins, grounds and accredited museum are open to the public up to 364 days a year. There are over 3200 members and many visits from schools and organised groups take advantage of the education element provided. There is an annual events programme including concerts, plays and the Medieval Fayre. There are two cafés – one at the entrance and one in the grounds. There is also a shop and the abbey owns two houses and a car park. Abbey House is the administrative building at Glastonbury Abbey as well as a venue for hire. It has a catering kitchen and hosts events such as conferences, workshops, dinners and receptions. The abbey relies on admission tickets, events and rental from commercial properties for all its income; it receives no operational grants and has an annual turnover in the region of £1.5 million. Operation of all aspects of the abbey is carried out by an employed staff, which averages 41 and includes more than 50 volunteers. Commercial activities are run under the auspices of Glastonbury Abbey Trading Ltd, a subsidiary with a board made up of members of the senior leadership team, trustees and non-executive directors. 4 Finance & Support Officer - January 2026 Organisation Trustees Director The board of trustees is chaired by David Odgers and governs Glastonbury Abbey for public benefit and future generations in accordance with its charitable objectives. Glastonbury Abbey is led by the director. They report to the board of trustees and drive the operation of the abbey with the support of the senior leadership team. Senior Leadership Team The senior leadership team comprises the Director, Head of Finance, Head of Estates, Head of Engagement and Head of Commercial Activity. Management Team The management team implements the abbey’s strategic priorities and supports the wider team. Assistant Level Staff Volunteers Throughout the abbey team assistants bring a multitude of skills and years of experience to bear on the many tasks undertaken at the abbey. They directly support ...
Job Introduction
- Support Worker: Keynsham, Somerset BS31
- Rate:£12.67 per hour
- Hours:Part Time (22.5 hours)
- Training:Full training provided + NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
- Sponsorship:Not available
Imagine a job where you can change someone's life by doing the things you take for granted?
As a Support Worker at Affinity Trust, you’ll play an important role each day by supporting people to take part in the activities and experiences they value, helping them to live with confidence and independence.
It might be something simple like taking a walk to the shops to get a pint of milk; or something bigger like supporting someone to visit the gym for the first time, start a new hobby, or even take a trip abroad.
We provide complete training to enable you to provide the best support you can to people living with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.
What truly matters is your kindness, positivity, and desire to make a difference in someone’s day.
Making a difference for those we support includes;
Allowing people to fulfil and enjoy their daily routines and achieve their goals
Building trust, connection, and independence
Developing yourself alongside a compassionate, mindful and dedicated team of colleagues
Our Benefits
- Buy and sell annual leave
- Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
- Wellbeing scheme
- Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
- Blue Light Card reimbursement
- Pension and Life Assurance
An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by us).
"Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010".
We interview as we receive applications, so please apply today!
We're committed to being Disability Confident, and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
If you require any assistance with finding out about current vacancies, making an application, or need our recruitment documents in a more accessible format, please let us know.
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Job Introduction
- Support Worker: Abingdon OX14
- Rate:£12.43 per hour
- Hours:Part Time - 15 hours per week
- Training:Full training provided + NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
- Preferred:Full UK driving licence and previous experience in Health & Social Care preferred but not essential
- Sponsorship:Not available
Imagine a job where you can change someone's life by doing the things you take for granted?
As a Support Worker at Affinity Trust, you’ll play an important role each day by supporting people to take part in the activities and experiences they value, helping them to live with confidence and independence.
It might be something simple like taking a walk to the shops to get a pint of milk; or something bigger like supporting someone to visit the gym for the first time, start a new hobby, or even take a trip abroad.
We provide complete training to enable you to provide the best support you can to people living with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.
What truly matters is your kindness, positivity, and desire to make a difference in someone’s day.
Making a difference for those we support includes;
Allowing people to fulfil and enjoy their daily routines and achieve their goals
Building trust, connection, and independence
Developing yourself alongside a compassionate, mindful and dedicated team of colleagues
Our Benefits
- Buy and sell annual leave
- Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
- Wellbeing scheme
- Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
- Blue Light Card reimbursement
- Pension and Life Assurance
An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by us).
"Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010".
We interview as we receive applications, so please apply today!
We're committed to being Disability Confident, and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
If you require any assistance with finding out about current vacancies, making an application, or need our recruitment documents in a more accessible format, please let us know.
INDWBO
Refuge Support Assistant 23.5 hours
- Location:Caerphilly, Caerphilly, United Kingdom
- Earnings:£22932.00 to £22932.00
Salary: £22,932 per annum pro rata (£12.60/hour)
Location:Caerphilly
Contract Type: Permanent in line with funding -Workplace based
Hours & working Pattern: 23.5 hours per week - Saturday 9.30am to Sunday 9.45am (Incorporating 45 minutes of unpaid break during shift and incorporating a sleep in)
Team members are offered the opportunity to undertake additional shifts to cover absences.
All team members must work flexibly on occasions to meet the needs of the Charity and the people we support
Accountable to:Project Manager
Purpose of the post: Assist in the delivery of specialised, holistic support to adults and families who have experienced domestic or sexual abuse, harm and violence
Specific responsibilities
Assist in the delivery of specialist, trauma-informed support to adults and/or families living in refuge recognising the impact of domestic or sexual abuse, harm or violence, and responding with empathy, respect, and consistency.
Contribute to an environment where support is psychologically informed, compassionate, equitable, and grounded in integrity—where every individual feels safe, heard, and supported.
Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns in line with legislation and organisational policies, maintaining a trauma-informed, reporting concerns to your line manager without delay
Carry out Initial Contact Assessments, working alongside refuge or on call colleagues identifying together which support options best meet the individual's needs and preferences, prioritising need and risk
Support individuals to access refuge, including arranging transport if needed, offering a warm and respectful welcome, meeting immediate needs (e.g. donated clothing, food), and helping them settle into their accommodation.
Assist individuals in understanding and completing initial paperwork in a timely and supportive manner, including licence agreements, House Expectations, housing benefit claims, and service charge arrangements.
Undertake basic support activities, as requested by a Support Worker or senior colleague, in line with an individual’s support plan, needs assessment, risk assessment, safety plan and licence agreement/contract
Support individuals to maintain their licence/contract agreement through reflective, strengths-based conversations around any minor breaches, and escalating serious concerns to senior colleagues.
Keep Routes to Support updated with current refuge vacancies to support access and referrals
Facilitate opportunities for connection and community among residents, including inclusive evening and weekend communal activities.
Ensure contributions to records are factual, person-centred, accurate, timely, and confidential, using Cyfannol’s Case Management System and other internal records.
Encourage and support adults and children to have a voice within Cyfannol and the wider sector, for example by completing surveys, sharing feedback, and participating in relevant events
Assist in providing the organisation’s out of hours response:
Respond to all out of hours phone calls from the Live Fear Free Helpline, other refuges or Tier 2 and 3 on call colleagues across Cyfannol ensuring effective communication and continuity of support across the team.
Undertake assessments for refuges, with support from on-call colleagues, to make timely and safe decisions based on individual need and risk.
Provide support to colleagues and residents in the event of an incident or emergency at another refuge, contributing to a coordinated and calm response.
Liaise with 2nd and 3rd tier colleagues as needed, ensuring effective communication and continuity of support across the team .
Complete handovers at the end of each shift, both face to face and via email, to ensure consistency, safety and shared understanding across the team.
Housing Management:
Contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming, clean, and calm refuge environment that supports wellbeing and dignity.
Carry out routine monitoring of CCTV and security systems to help maintain a secure setting for residents and staff.
Complete and record daily and weekly health and safety checks as directed by the Facilities Coordinator, ensuring refuge spaces meet required standards.
Ensure communal areas are safe and secure before the star...
IT Support Volunteer Role description Volunteer Role Title: IT Support Volunteer Reporting to: Office Administrator Hours: 12 hours - Part-time Location: Based in Unit 3, Vincent House, 2e Nags Head Road, Ponders End, EN3 7FN. About the role Key Functions What will you do? • Office 365 Management: Administer and manage the organisation’s Microsoft 365 accounts, including the creation of new accounts, managing access, and troubleshooting any issues that arise. • Technical Support: Provide technical assistance to team members, troubleshooting software and hardware issues related to Microsoft 365 and other systems as needed. • Hardware Maintenance: Oversee the inventory, maintenance, and distribution of hardware (e.g., laptops, printers, routers) among team members. Ensure that equipment is functioning properly and arrange repairs or replacements as necessary. • User Training: Assist team members with Office 365 tools and applications (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint), helping them use these tools effectively for their roles. • Network and Security: Support the implementation and monitoring of basic network security measures, ensuring that systems are protected from potential threats. • Documentation: Create, maintain and update IT-related documentation, including user guides, hardware inventory records, and relevant management processes. • Continuous Improvement: Regularly evaluate IT systems and processes, suggesting improvements for efficiency, productivity, and security. What’s in it for you? • Gain hands-on IT experience in a charity setting. • Build on valuable skills such as communication, listening, marketing and advertising • Exposure to various IT systems and processes • Increase your employability • Work with a range of different people, independently and in a team. • Have a positive impact in your community. We’ll reimburse travel expenses within the boundaries of Enfield too. What do you need to have • Basic knowledge of IT systems, particularly Office 365 administration • Be friendly and approachable • Be non-judgmental and respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own • Ability to communicate clearly with non-technical team members • Be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection • Be willing to undertake training for your role • Organisational skills for managing tasks and documentation How much time do you need to give? • Two days a week 9.30am - 4.00pm for at least 12 months. Valuing inclusion Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds, and we particularly welcome applications from disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBT+ and non-binary people, and people from Black Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities. If you are interested in becoming an IT Support Volunteer and need flexibility around location, time, ‘what you will do’ and how we can support you please include details in your application. How to apply: Please complete the application process on our website: https://www.citizensadviceenfield.org.uk/recruitment/
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Job Introduction
- Support Worker:Bedford (MK40)
- Rate:£12.25 per hour
- Hours:Part Time (22.5 hours)
- Training:Full training provided + NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
- Sponsorship:Not available
Imagine a job where you can change someone's life by doing the things you take for granted?
As a Support Worker at Affinity Trust, you’ll play an important role each day by supporting people to take part in the activities and experiences they value, helping them to live with confidence and independence.
We support five lively and outgoing ladies who live together in Bedford. They are sociable and enjoy being active, so we are looking for someone who shares their enthusiasm for getting out and about. Your role will involve promoting independence and building meaningful connections, while taking the initiative to support each individual. You will be available to work a variety of shifts between 7am and 10pm, including mornings, afternoons, evenings and alternate weekends, to help ensure the ladies can enjoy their busy and social lifestyles. The occasional waking night shift may be required.
We provide complete training to enable you to provide the best support you can to people living with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.
What truly matters is your kindness, positivity, and desire to make a difference in someone’s day.
Making a difference for those we support includes;
Allowing people to fulfil and enjoy their daily routines and achieve their goals
Building trust, connection, and independence
Developing yourself alongside a compassionate, mindful and dedicated team of colleagues
Our Benefits
- Buy & sell annual leave
- Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
- Wellbeing scheme
- Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
- Blue Light Card reimbursement
- Pension & Life Assurance
An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by us).
"Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010".
We interview as we receive applications, so please apply today!
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