Learning Disability Night Support Worker

Location: Hazlemere, High Wycombe

Job: Learning Disability Night Support Worker

Pay: £12.95 per hour

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Support Workers make a real difference to our residents every day; whether it’s helping them with their daily routines or personal care, providing companionship or joining in with the vast array of fun activities that take place in our homes, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring they are leading happy and fulfilled lives. You’ll also carry out light household duties to ensure that the household and resident’s rooms are kept clean and tidy, involving them where it’s appropriate to do so. You’ll understand that some days might be challenging, but you’ll also laugh, have fun and make lasting memories with our residents.

In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.

ABOUT YOU

Ideally with, or willing to work towards, a Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), you’ll have a proven track record in elderly care and a commitment to providing high quality care standards for older people.

You’ll be a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. You’ll be keen to learn and will want to excel at your job at all times, so we’ll provide all the support you need to start your career with us - all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.

Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• A workplace pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more

If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.

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Facilitator – Day service

39 hours per week – Permanent Contract

Since first opening our doors in 2005, Autism Initiatives Ireland has provided specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Community Support Services.

Our vision statement voices our expectation that through supportive action people with autism can learn, develop and be enabled to have a sense of ownership over their own lives.

Our aim is to positively work alongside autistic people, their families and carers in providing specialist individually tailored services for all to thrive from.

In recent years we have successfully expanded our services throughout Dublin, Kildare, Wexford and Wicklow and continue to seek out opportunities where we can offer assistance and value.

Given the significant role our team play in the lives of those we support our recruitment is focused on individuals willing to go the extra mile.

Whether it’s helping the people we support to live independently, enjoy a better quality of life, or play a more active role in their communities our team always strives to deliver the best service possible.

The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role, including a detailed induction before joining the service.

Skills/Abilities required of a Support Worker

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
• Programme Planning Person Centred Plans
• Fluent English and excellent communication skills
• Full, clean drivers licence (manual) essential

Who the people we support would like support from:

We are looking for people who can:

• Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
• Adapt their communication style to suit my needs
• Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind
• Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care
• Support me to engage in my community
• Help me learn new skills
• Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions

Schedule

Staff are required to work shifts on a rota basis.

Benefits Include

• Access to Education Support Scheme
• Company pension with company contribution
• Sick Pay & Access to Health Insurance
• Paid Maternity leave
• Paid Paternity leave
• 22 days annual leave
• Premium rates for evening and weekend work
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
• Paid breaks
• Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy
• Fantastic development and career progression opportunities

Full Job Specification available on request

In addition to excellent rates of pay, a contributory pension and generous holiday entitlements, you will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication and long service.

Full details of all staff benefits are available on our intranet once you start working with us as benefits may vary from role to role, but here’s a brief run-down of a few of them:

• Monthly staff cash prize draw
• Your birthday off work every year
• Employee Assistance Programme – free support from experts on a wide range of subjects from childcare and probate, to managing money and work life balance.
• Extra paid holidays in milestone service years.

Qualifications required:

A full QQI level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential, (e.g. health, community, care sector) but a genuine passion for providing person centred support is key to being successful in the role of a Support Worker. This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.

Permission to work in Ireland essential.

Thinking of joining Autism Initiatives? Read why our amazing staff teams are #ProudtoworkHere

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Night Senior Support Worker

Night Senior Support Worker

Location: Devizes

Pay rate: £16.07

Contracted hours: 36.75 - 19.15 - 07.30, to include alternate weekends

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you an experienced senior carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?

Do you want to work night shifts?

Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?

Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.

In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.

Hayward Care Centre, named after a local WW1 veteran, Reginald Hayward VC, is located on the outskirts of the Wiltshire town of Devizes. The home offers compassionate, individualised residential, dementia and respite care for up to 80 residents.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing

Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:

• 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• A Company pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more

ABOUT YOU

You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.

What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.

You will want to work night shifts to support our residents and team.

If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Night Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.

Finance & Admin Worker - Rotherham

Do you have great organization and data skills? Have you got experience of supporting a team and dealing with a wide range of finance and administrative tasks?

We require a part time Finance & Administration Worker to assist in the provision of a range of financial, HR and administrative services which support the work of Yorkshire MESMAC, with emphasis on work in South Yorkshire & Counselling.

Prime Objectives (for full list, as well as main tasks and duties please refer to the Job description) 

• To accurately record and update financial records on QuickBooks, and the server, as and when required.
• To assist the Finance & Admin Manager with Finance audits and checks on a quarterly basis
• To assist the Mental Health & Wellbeing Coordinator with referrals and waiting lists for the counselling service and appropriate recording of data for monitoring purposes
• To liaise with counsellors on waiting lists and referrals, and recording and processing of counsellor payments
• To ensure all Rotherham office telephone calls taken are answered promptly, and messages taken and recorded, in the absence of service user facing staff.
• Maintain and update personnel files using the online HR system, including contracts, training, holidays, timesheets.
• Administrate the recruitment of staff and volunteers and related systems
• To produce reports against Key Performance Indicators, via the appropriate project monitoring systems by extracting and manipulating data to deadlines.
• To provide admin support for meetings both internal and external to the organisation including arranging dates and locations, preparing agendas, taking minutes, filing and the distribution of relevant papers, where appropriate.
• To assist the LSC to maintain office equipment and liaise with suppliers regarding maintenance and supplies in Rotherham, excluding computers & assist with Health and Safety checks of the Rotherham building, where necessary.

 Salary: NJC scale 5 (points 12-17) starting at £28,598 pro rata per annum for 16 hours per week. This is an employment contract until 31^st March 2027. Salary is reviewed annually. There is a 5% workplace pension (on completion of probationary period). This post is subject to an Standard DBS check.

Closing date for application is 10:00 am Thursday 5 th February 2026.

Applications to be emailed to jobs@mesmac.co.uk

Please note that late applications & CV’s will not be accepted.  If your application is successful then Interviews will be on Wednesday 18^th February in Rotherham.

Yorkshire MESMAC is a group of independent community based sexual health and social well-being services that are committed to developing and delivering services that are responsive to the needs of our communities.

We value diversity and are an equal opportunities employer, as well as a Disability Confident employer. Applications are welcome from all suitably skilled persons from all sections of the community. We offer a flexible working approach with hours of work and location of work responsive to the service and staff needs.

ACTIVITY LEADER & SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR - ISS
JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: ACTIVITY LEADER & SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR - ISS

Responsible  to: Activity  Manager (Activities)/Course  Director (Social Media)

Main Purpose:  The  main  purpose  of  this  role  is  to  manage  the  collection  of  images  and  videos  for
communication  and  marketing  on  the  summer  school’s social  media  platforms.  Parents  and  agents of our
pupils  are kept  up to date via social media, and a regular  posting schedule  will prevent  multiple  enquiries  to
the school by parents  who are concerned  about how their child  is getting on. Images and  videos collated by
the Coordinator will also be used  for future marketing  purposes.  This  role will report to the  Course Director,
and  the  successful  candidate  will  receive  support  and  guidance  from  members  of  the  school’s  wider
marketing  team.

Where  possible  and  necessary,  this  role  will  also  assist  with  some  afternoon  and  evening  activities.  The
Activity  Leaders  are responsible  for working  closely  with  the  Activity  Manager  to contribute  to the  smooth
delivery  of the Sedbergh  International  Summer  School extra-curricular  programme.  Activity Leaders will lead
our  co-curricular  programme  of recreational,  afternoon  and  evening  activities  to  include  sports,  outdoor
adventure  and  creative  arts  as well  as evening  social events  and  weekly  excursions.   Activity  Leaders  also
provide  support  in  the boarding  house, assisting  with residential  boarding  duties  and  supporting  the  House
Parent  team as required.

Course Dates:  The  course in 2026  will  run  for 4 weeks, and  we will be  offering contracts of varying  lengths,
depending  on  the  candidates’  availability  and  experience  and  our  student  numbers.  All  candidates  must
attend  on-site  induction  prior  to  the  start  date  (outlined  below).  If  candidates  have  holidays,  weddings,
graduations  etc booked,  they  must mention  this  at the  interview  stage. Time  off for such  events  cannot be
guaranteed  otherwise.
The course  is run  on the Senior  School campus  (Sedbergh),  with  three London  trips  running  throughout  the
course. See breakdown  of dates below (subject  to change).

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27th – 30th June 2026: London trip  (induction  takes place on 26th June in London).
30th June  – 25th July: Senior  School campus  at Sedbergh  (induction begins in Sedbergh on 27th June
or 2nd July, depending on contract start date)
18th – 21st July: London trip
25th – 28th July: London trip

Activity  Leaders may be asked to assist with  one of the London trips. These are 4-day trips  with all activities,
accommodation, transport  and meals pre-arranged  by an experienced  tour operator. Adequate  time off will
be given prior to/following the London trip.

Summer  School roles are residential  and involve  variable  hours, including  evenings  and weekends.  Weekly
pay reflects both  active working hours  and periods  of standby/on-call  duty. Staff receive one full day off per
week and reasonable  daily rest periods.

The school cannot cover the cost of travelling to and from the school/London, unless  on a journey
accompanying  students.

Roles and Responsibilities:

•  Assist  the Activity Manager  in the  delivery  and management  of the day to day running  of the ISS co -
curricular  programme:  mainly  through  afternoon and evening  activities and Sunday  (half-day)
excursions.

•  Prepare,  organise and  oversee one or more co-curricular activities  daily, assisting  with the delivery

of the entire  sport and activity programme  both  on and off site.

•  Ensure  all co-curricular  activities are delivered  competently,  professionally  and safely, in

accordance with  Sedbergh  policies and  risk assessments.

•  Assist  with the pupil  arrivals  on Saturdays.
•  Assist  with the pupil  induction  and site orientation  on Sunday  mornings, prior  to a half-day local

excursion.

•  When  completing  activity registers, compare these with the expected  student  list, communicating

any discrepancies  to the Activity  Manager immediately.
Supervise  pupils  on excursions  and always ensure  their safety.

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•  Engage with pupils  in a friendly  and professional manner,  encouraging full pupil  participation.
•  Oversee a creative and engaging social media presence  in line  with the Summer  School’s mission
and ethos, ensuring  that photos and videos are taken, stored and distributed  following GDPR
guidelines.  This will involve  taking photos/videos  and motivating other staff members  to do so as
well, collating these and sharing  them online  in a consistent  and  safe manner.

•  Manage students’  conduct and  behaviour  to ensure  students  enjoy and get the most out of each

activity/excursion.

•  Assist  with break or mealtime  duties  as outlined  on the Teams schedule  (rota basis).
•  Escort pupils  to clas...

Job Introduction

Bradford Children and Families Trust are looking for Experienced, Innovative and Dedicated Practice Supervisors to drive our services forward and to ensure that our promise to improve the lives of Children and Young People in Bradford becomes a reality.

You will have a passion and drive to ensure children are at the heart of all we do. You will practice within a relational and restorative culture of continuous learning and reflective practice that inspires staff to give their best in their roles.

If you’re up for the Challenge and want to help us achieve our vision, then we’d love to hear from you!

We are recruiting in the following Services/Localities:

• Bradford East - currently based at Sir Henry Mitchell House
• Bradford South – currently based at Sir Henry Mitchell House
• Keighley and Shipley – based in Keighley Townhall.

About Us

Bradford Children and Families Trust was established in April 2023 to bring a step change in the quality and delivery of Children’s Services across our district.

Our purpose is clear - to ensure that our promise to improve the lives of children and young people in Bradford becomes a reality. It’s a tough ask. It requires dedication, determination, and resilience – but under our Chief Executive, Senior Leadership team and an unswerving drive to deliver the best outcomes, we are confident that we will achieve our ambition. Our Ofsted monitoring visits over the past 18 months, evidence that we are on the right trajectory and that significant improvements have been made and are being embedded. This means that the children and families we come in to contact with are having a better experience with the right support being offered at the right time. We are not sitting on our laurels and know that there is still a lot of work to do but there is a solid commitment to getting this right.

Working for the Bradford Children and Families Trust offers the opportunity to work with some great people who are passionate about delivering change in a city whose culture offers as much diversity as it’s geography. We cannot do this alone and have strong, collaborative working relationships with our partners. You can make a real difference to families and children and be an active part in delivering the service Bradford families should receive. Our workforce is unwavering in their pursuit to give the best possible services to those who need support.

We have invested in our services to ensure that we are the best we can be. We have and continue to invest in our Early Help services so that we are reaching as many people as possible who need support to prevent things escalating into statutory services; this includes the development of a Family Help Team who offer intensive support to families.

Families are the experts in their own lives and we need to listen to what they have to say; to that end, we have also invested in our voice and participation service to support children and families to have a voice in what happens next and our aspiration is that all our development is co-produced with those who need our support in their lives.

We are striving to ensure that we are a restorative and relational organisation and have been working with Leeds Relational Practice Centre for over 12 months, they will continue to work with us for the next 12 months, working with our leaders, managers and workforce so that we all have a shared understanding of what this means for children and families. We have invested in conferences and workshops led by Mark Finnis who is a renowned expert in this field.

Our ASYE academy is well established, and we have a high number of applicants who want to have the dedicated support the academy offers during the full 1 months of the ASYE programme; those who have gone through the academy have felt supported through dedicated practice educators, the learning and development offer and the experience of those delivering. We are committed to the ongoing development of all our workforce.

About the Role

You’ll know how to keep everyone in your team energised and focused on doing the right thing for the children of Bradford.

Managing a team of professional Social Workers and Community Resource Workers, you’ll help us achieve our aim of delivering outcomes for the children, young people, and families of Bradford. It’s about showing strong leadership, driving continuous improvement, and putting the needs of children first, always.

Here in Bradford, we lead from the front, and we know our most valuable resource is our staff, helping us to meet the needs of our communities. We have built a strong culture of listening to our staff and involving them to ensure every ch...

Care Support Worker (Community based)

Providing personal care to unpaid carers/clients in their own homes, or on community based activities.
Our aim is to provide person centred services that enables unpaid carers to have a break from their caring responsibilities. We aim to ensure all unpaid carers and the person they care for feel safe and can trust us to provide quality services when they require them that supports their health and wellbeing.

Come and Join our Fantastic Community Care Team…

We operate across The London Boroughs of Bexley, Greenwich, Lewisham & surrounding areas.

We are recruiting community care staff to support unpaid carers and the person they care for. We operate 365 days per year; 24/7

(We do not operate a sponsorship/visa scheme)

The services we provide are primarily in their own home, however they can also take place in the community.

• Flexible working hours available
• Competitive hourly rate + travel and mileage payment
• Stakeholder pension scheme
• In person Training and Learning Development
• Well being support

Our services are person centred, respecting the choice and dignity of unpaid carers, the person they care for and their families.

Please complete the attached applicant form.

Alternatively contact us on 01322 336086/ email info@ccsel.org

We value diversity in our workforce.

We welcome applications from all sectors of the community

N.B All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check from the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) and two written references.

Apply Now

• Job Number
• SU01369
• Contract Type
• Fixed Term
• Salary
• £39,355 to £45,413 per annum
• Working Pattern
• Part Time
• Faculty/Directorate
• Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science
• Location
• Singleton Campus, Swansea
• Closing Date
• 1 Feb 2026
• Interview Date
• 11 Feb 2026
• Informal Enquiries
• • Dr Tracey Maegusuku-Hewett (Saesneg/ English) t.maegusuku-hewett@swansea.ac.uk
  • Carla Dewick (Cymraeg/ Welsh) Carla.dewick@swansea.ac.uk
• Dr Tracey Maegusuku-Hewett (Saesneg/ English)

About The University

Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.

Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.

About The Role

This is a fixed term role, until 30^th September 2028 working 28 hours per week.

The Department of Social Work is a reputed provider of pre and post qualifying social work education and research. Located within the School of Health and Social Care at Swansea University, the department is dedicated to the provision of high quality inclusive social work education and to working in partnership with students, citizens, Social Care Wales and our Local Authority partner organisations.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is an experienced fluent Welsh speaker, with a professional background in social work and training. The main role will involve teaching, assessing and supporting Welsh language students and help to strengthen the links between our various programmes of study and our key stakeholders via the Welsh language. The post-holder will work collaboratively with the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol and the University in adhering to the Welsh language strategy and help achieve the targets set for Welsh-medium provision and students electing to study through the medium of Welsh within this subject.

The post-holder will be a part of a wider community of academic staff at Swansea and throughout Wales who are working towards growing the Welsh language as a medium of teaching and research within the Department of Social Work

Academic Career Pathway

The pathway for this post is Education. The Academic Career Pathways (ACP) scheme is designed to ensure that academic strengths whether in research, teaching, the wider student experience, leadership or innovation and engagement, are all appropriately recognised, developed, valued, and rewarded. For further information, please see our ACP webpage.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.

As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

Welsh Language Skills

The Welsh language level required for this role is Level 3 - Fluently. The role holder will be able to conduct a fluent conversation in Welsh on a work-related matter and write original Welsh material with confidence.

The University is a proud bilingual institution, our Welsh Language Strategy outlines our aspiration to promote the language and enable our staff to engage with th...

Job Introduction

• Location:Doddington, March
• Hourly rate:£12.60 per hour
• Hours per week:Various
• Training Provided:Full training provided and an opportunity to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• Sponsorship is not available for this position

Make a difference by supporting people to live their life, their way

In this role, you will provide essential support in people’s homes during the night, fostering connections and sharing interests. Whether they love watching late-night movies with a hot chocolate or need assistance getting up early, your presence will be invaluable. You will build meaningful relationships and offer thoughtful, responsive care, empowering individuals to navigate life with confidence and independence.

We can teach you everything you need to know about supporting people well. What we can’t teach you, is the stuff that comes from within:

✨ That buzz you get when you celebrate someone’s wins – big or small.

✨ That natural sense of wanting to make someone’s day brighter.

✨ That understanding that climbing a mountain starts with a single step.

In essence, that’s what we are looking for from you.

"Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010".

What does it mean to be a support worker?

Think about your daily routine and what matters to you. If you needed support to keep your day the way you like it, what would be important to you?

In this role, you will:

• Take time to understand what a great day means to the person you support.
• Adjust your approach to meet people’s needs and build on both their strengths and your own.
• Help build a supportive environment that encourages everyone to thrive and gives them the freedom to live their life their way.

People are at the heart of everything we do and as a support worker you will embody our core values by:

Working together

• Respecting the strengths and differences of the people you work with
• Communicating openly and building trust.
• Helping each other to provide the best support possible.

Giving our best

• Being dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.
• Whether the day was easy or tough, taking responsibility for your actions and focusing on what matters most to those who you support.

Having courage

• Being open to new ideas and approaches.
• Using creativity and flexibility to try different ways of helping others.
• Providing the most effective and adaptable support possible.

What benefits will I have?

We have a range of benefits that you can mix and match to suit you, such as:

• Buy and sell annual leave– transfer windows open twice a year.
• Stream– an app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it, access to coaching, vouchers, discounts, cashback and more.
• Vivup– spread the cost of home and electronics items, or a bike to cycle to work through fixed salary reductions throughout the year.
• Simply Health- Fully funded health cash plans giving you access to a 24-hour GP, money back on prescriptions, dental treatment, opticians, and access to many more health benefits.
• Blue light card– we will reimburse your Blue Light Card membership which provides discounts in your favourite shops and restaurants
• Pension and Life Assurance -you’ll be enrolled into our Scottish Widows pension scheme and Life Assurance scheme.

If you’re all about possibilities and interested to support someone in a way that is meaningful to them, apply today.

If you are offered a role with us, you will need to complete an enhanced DBS check. We will submit your application and pay for your check. 
Please note that we are actively shortlisting candidates throughout the duration of the advert, interviews will be held as soon as possible and we will make an offer immediately if we find the right candidate. Apply without delay!
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Job Introduction

• Location:Doddington, March
• Hourly rate:£12.60 per hour
• Hours per week:Various
• Training Provided:Full training provided and an opportunity to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• Sponsorship is not available for this position

Make a difference by supporting people to live their life, their way

In this role, you will provide essential support in people’s homes during the night, fostering connections and sharing interests. Whether they love watching late-night movies with a hot chocolate or need assistance getting up early, your presence will be invaluable. You will build meaningful relationships and offer thoughtful, responsive care, empowering individuals to navigate life with confidence and independence.

We can teach you everything you need to know about supporting people well. What we can’t teach you, is the stuff that comes from within:

✨ That buzz you get when you celebrate someone’s wins – big or small.

✨ That natural sense of wanting to make someone’s day brighter.

✨ That understanding that climbing a mountain starts with a single step.

In essence, that’s what we are looking for from you.

"Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010".

What does it mean to be a support worker?

Think about your daily routine and what matters to you. If you needed support to keep your day the way you like it, what would be important to you?

In this role, you will:

• Take time to understand what a great day means to the person you support.
• Adjust your approach to meet people’s needs and build on both their strengths and your own.
• Help build a supportive environment that encourages everyone to thrive and gives them the freedom to live their life their way.

People are at the heart of everything we do and as a support worker you will embody our core values by:

Working together

• Respecting the strengths and differences of the people you work with
• Communicating openly and building trust.
• Helping each other to provide the best support possible.

Giving our best

• Being dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.
• Whether the day was easy or tough, taking responsibility for your actions and focusing on what matters most to those who you support.

Having courage

• Being open to new ideas and approaches.
• Using creativity and flexibility to try different ways of helping others.
• Providing the most effective and adaptable support possible.

What benefits will I have?

We have a range of benefits that you can mix and match to suit you, such as:

• Buy and sell annual leave– transfer windows open twice a year.
• Stream– an app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it, access to coaching, vouchers, discounts, cashback and more.
• Vivup– spread the cost of home and electronics items, or a bike to cycle to work through fixed salary reductions throughout the year.
• Simply Health- Fully funded health cash plans giving you access to a 24-hour GP, money back on prescriptions, dental treatment, opticians, and access to many more health benefits.
• Blue light card– we will reimburse your Blue Light Card membership which provides discounts in your favourite shops and restaurants
• Pension and Life Assurance -you’ll be enrolled into our Scottish Widows pension scheme and Life Assurance scheme.

If you’re all about possibilities and interested to support someone in a way that is meaningful to them, apply today.

If you are offered a role with us, you will need to complete an enhanced DBS check. We will submit your application and pay for your check. 
Please note that we are actively shortlisting candidates throughout the duration of the advert, interviews will be held as soon as possible and we will make an offer immediately if we find the right candidate. Apply without delay!
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Job Description

Macmillan Deaf Cancer Support Project - Peer Group Development
Worker

Salary
Working hours
Responsible to
Appointment type
Location

£27,000 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Project Manager
Permanent
21-23 Pelham Road, Carrington, Nottingham NG5 1AP or
home based.

Context
The Macmillan Deaf Cancer Support Project delivered by Self Help UK, is a UK-wide project that
offers emotional and practical support for Deaf individuals living with cancer, as well as Deaf
carers supporting someone with cancer. The project provides Peer Support networks – virtual
support groups lead by Deaf people enabling Deaf people affected by cancer to connect with
others who share similar experiences. The project also provides advocacy in complex situations
to help with communication barriers as well as practical assistance to signpost to welfare rights,
employment advice, counselling and support.

The project team is based in Nottingham but has remote workers across the country. Our aim is
to support the Deaf Community to be aware of cancer and to reduce the isolation and improve
equity and inclusion in cancer care unique to Deaf community needs.
Job Purpose
To develop, coordinate, and sustain peer support groups for Deaf people affected by cancer
across the UK. The role involves working closely with the Deaf community, volunteers, and
partner organisations to ensure culturally appropriate, accessible support services. Groups will
operate both online (e.g., Zoom) and face-to-face in community settings.

To design, deliver, and evaluate training and development programs for volunteers, group
leaders, and members of peer support groups for Deaf people affected by cancer. The role
ensures culturally appropriate, accessible, and sustainable support services through capacity
building and skills development.

Duties and Responsibilities
Peer Group Development

•  Establish and grow peer support groups for Deaf people affected by cancer.
•  Support the recruitment, training and support Peer group volunteers and leaders.
•  Facilitate group activities, guest speakers, and social events.
•  Ensure groups transition to user-led models where appropriate.
•  Provide ongoing mentoring and development opportunities for group leaders.
•  Support groups in transitioning to user-led models through empowerment and skills-

building.

•  Facilitate networking events and forums for knowledge sharing among groups.

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Training & Development

•  Develop and deliver training programs for peer support group leaders and volunteers,

including facilitation skills, safeguarding, and group management.

•  Create accessible training materials in British Sign Language (BSL) and written English.
•  Organize workshops, webinars, and e-learning sessions tailored to Deaf participants.
•  Evaluate training effectiveness and adapt content based on feedback and emerging

needs.

•  To contribute to training and presentations for health and care professionals and where

appropriate to liaise with group members to encourage their involvement.

Community Engagement

•  Contribute to the promotion of support groups through Deaf media, social networks, and

community events.

•  Build partnerships with Deaf organisations and community hubs.
•  Assist the Volunteer Coordinator to promote Peer Support Volunteer opportunities and

training through Deaf media, social networks, and community events.

•  To develop effective partnership with Deaf community-based organisations and

community assets to develop peer support group activity and collaboration across the
UK.

Information & Communication

•  Create and share accessible content, including BSL videos, social media posts, and

publicity materials to promote peer support groups and training.

•  Contribute to reports, evaluations, and monitoring against quality outcomes
•  Collaborate with Self Help UK and other stakeholders to ensure quality standards.

Other Duties

•  Attend staff meetings and contribute to project development.
•  Work flexibly, including occasional evenings/weekends.
•  Travel across the UK as required.
•  To carry out any other responsibilities that reasonably falls within the scope of the post-
holder and to assist with any reasonable duty at the request of the Board of Trustees
•  To work in accordance with the vision, mission and values of Self UK and to observe

policies, procedures and working practices set out by the Board of Trustees.

Other Requirements

•  Ability to work remotely and travel across the UK.
•  Willingness to undergo DBS check.
•  Eligible to work in the UK.

* Self Help Nottingham has a responsibility under the Asylum, Immigration and Nationality Act 2006 to
ensure that all employees are eligible to work in the UK. Prior to commencing employment, the successful
candidate will be asked to provide documentary evidence to this effect, for example a UK/EEA passport or
identity card; a full UK birth certificate; a Home Office document or visa evidencing the rig...

Dim/23085

£13.55 Per Hour

Stowmarket

England, East of England, Suffolk

Permanent, Part Time

Hours per week: 36.0

Closing Date: February 05, 2026

About Dimensions

At Dimensions, we believe in empowering our colleagues to grow and thrive. As an award-winning employer and one of the UK’s leading not-for-profit providers of support for people with learning disabilities and autism, we offer a values-led culture, specialist training, and clear career pathways. If you’re experienced and ready to take on a role that truly makes a difference, we’ll give you the tools and support to succeed.

About the Role

• 36 hours per week / 4 nights one week, 3 nights the next (8pm-8am)
• Stowmarket, Suffolk.

We’re looking for an experienced Waking Night Support Worker to join our team and provide specialist overnight support to one gentleman in his 40s who requires 24-hour support. He has a history of behaviours of distress, but with the right approach, he thrives in a structured and supportive environment.

The person we support is highly independent, he enjoys restoring furniture, gardening, chess, science experiments, playing guitar, shopping, and holidays. He prefers to be seen as part of the team rather than someone receiving support, so engagement and communication are key! The best approach is to involve him naturally instead of asking him to complete a task, simply express that you need help and watch him step in eagerly.

This role requires experience working with complex behaviours and confidence in managing situations that may escalate. You’ll be part of a team that values proactive engagement and communication.

About You

You’ll have previous experience as a Support Worker, ideally with exposure to complex needs and behaviours of distress. You’ll be resilient, adaptable, and committed to providing person-centred care. Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential.

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 Viv up 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 position is filled.
• 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.
• As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments, we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 0300 303 9150.
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videosfor all our recruitment communications.

Dim/23076

£13.04 Per Hour

Littlehampton

England, South East England, West Sussex

Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5

Closing Date: February 09, 2026

Waking Night Support Worker – Littlehampton (Angmering Area)

Hours: 10pm – 8am | Full-Time Opportunity

Make a Difference While Others Sleep

Looking for a career change that truly matters? Join Dimensions as a Waking Night Support Worker and help create a safe, calm, and supportive environment for seven individuals with learning disabilities at our residential home in Angmering.

This is more than just a night shift—it’s a chance to be a reassuring presence, ensuring comfort, dignity, and safety through the quiet hours.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Checking on individuals at regular intervals to ensure they’re comfortable and well
• Providing personal care when needed
• Carrying out household tasks such as cleaning and laundry
• Recording daily notes and incidents using our IT systems
• Ensuring the premises remains secure and safe throughout the night

What We’re Looking For

• A caring, reliable individual with a calm and thoughtful approach
• Comfortable with personal care and lone working
• Confident using basic IT systems for record-keeping
• Committed to delivering person-centred support

Why Dimensions?

• A values-led, not-for-profit organisation
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Supportive team culture and career progression
• A chance to make a real impact—every single night

For further information, please contact Louise on 07702 972964 or click below to submit short application.

Why should you work for Dimensions?

We are passionate about investing in your training and career development. Our training covers essential skills and knowledge to provide support in line with the Care Certificate. Alongside our excellent training & qualifications programme, we also offer:

• Work in one location that helps you to build meaningful working relationships
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Access to award winning Aspire career development programme
• Recommend a friend reward of £500
• Up to 35 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)

A full list of rewards can be found on the job description attached.

Want to apply for this role?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Please click on the button below to complete the application process. Please note that we will try to review and shortlist all applications as we receive them and respond as quickly as possible.

• We welcome applications from everyone 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 now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all our recruitment communications.

Dim/23076

£13.04 Per Hour

Littlehampton

England, South East England, West Sussex

Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5

Closing Date: February 09, 2026

Waking Night Support Worker – Littlehampton (Angmering Area)

Hours: 10pm – 8am | Full-Time Opportunity

Make a Difference While Others Sleep

Looking for a career change that truly matters? Join Dimensions as a Waking Night Support Worker and help create a safe, calm, and supportive environment for seven individuals with learning disabilities at our residential home in Angmering.

This is more than just a night shift—it’s a chance to be a reassuring presence, ensuring comfort, dignity, and safety through the quiet hours.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Checking on individuals at regular intervals to ensure they’re comfortable and well
• Providing personal care when needed
• Carrying out household tasks such as cleaning and laundry
• Recording daily notes and incidents using our IT systems
• Ensuring the premises remains secure and safe throughout the night

What We’re Looking For

• A caring, reliable individual with a calm and thoughtful approach
• Comfortable with personal care and lone working
• Confident using basic IT systems for record-keeping
• Committed to delivering person-centred support

Why Dimensions?

• A values-led, not-for-profit organisation
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Supportive team culture and career progression
• A chance to make a real impact—every single night

For further information, please contact Louise on 07702 972964 or click below to submit short application.

Why should you work for Dimensions?

We are passionate about investing in your training and career development. Our training covers essential skills and knowledge to provide support in line with the Care Certificate. Alongside our excellent training & qualifications programme, we also offer:

• Work in one location that helps you to build meaningful working relationships
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Access to award winning Aspire career development programme
• Recommend a friend reward of £500
• Up to 35 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)

A full list of rewards can be found on the job description attached.

Want to apply for this role?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Please click on the button below to complete the application process. Please note that we will try to review and shortlist all applications as we receive them and respond as quickly as possible.

• We welcome applications from everyone 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 now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all our recruitment communications.