Support Worker

Job Introduction

This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines

Do you have a caring nature? Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Do you want to work in an environment where no two days are the same? Are you flexible with your working hours? Can you see yourself providing care to adults who need your support?

If you have answered a big YES to these questions we would love to hear from you.

At Turning Point, we support people with Learning Disabilities across England.

As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to residents' lives as you improve their daily living skills. Passionate about people, you will enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress with us.

Where will I be working?

Our services in Thornton provide a 24 hour facilities in providing care for 11 adults with Learning Disabilities and additional health issues.

We endeavour to create positive family relationships offering a good circle of support. There is a strong focus on supporting individuals' lives in a person centred way which includes various activities, shopping, managing own budgets and cooking. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.

Please note: in this service we support people with complex learning disabilities and there are high levels of personal care involved.

Training and Development 

We offer training to all those who want to develop their skills and competencies not just in the care sector but in other areas too.

• Level 2 and 3 Lead Adult Care Worker
• Level 3 Operational Team Leader

Please note training will be offered after your probation period ends which is 6 months. Once you begin your training with us you will have your own coach who will support you through your programme.

Shift Patterns

This is a 24 hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts from 7:00/8:00 am to 2:30/3:30 pm or 12:00 pm to 7:30 pm, occasional waking nights and some weekends.

Please note that working hours may vary.

Drivers are preferred for this role.

Role Responsibility

What will I be doing? 

This is a hands-on job in which no two days are the same. Your duties will include:

• promoting the independence of people we support
• supporting a full range of daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or going away on holiday
• arranging activities in the home and in the local community
• developing residents' life skills and personal interests
• helping residents stay safe and healthy
• assisting with personal care needs
• manual handling
• supporting people with medication including creams and lotions
• ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements.

The Ideal Candidate

What skills and qualities do I need to have?

Whilst knowledge of learning disabilities and complex needs would be beneficial, it isn't essential. What is essential is that you are:

• passionate, caring and enthusiastic
• flexible, patient and non-judgemental
• a great team player with lots of energy
• able to demonstrate good communication skills
• able to complete the physical aspects of the role such as manual handling where needed
• transferable experience of helping people to manage anxiety

About us

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

 What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.

You will get 29 days’ paid holiday a ye...

Dim/23091

£12.64 Per Hour

Edgware

England, London, North London

Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5

Closing Date: February 05, 2026

About Dimensions

Choose a career that grows with you. At Dimensions, our Career Development & Progression means you’ll receive award-winning training, including Aspire and Dimensions Academy, to build real skills. With us, you won’t just do a support role, you’ll develop as a professional in a values-driven charity, where your growth matters just as much as the lives you change.

About the Role

• Support Worker – Edgware, London (N14)
• Full-Time - 37.5 Hours per Week
• Full UK driving licence essential.

You’ll be joining a supported living home in Edgware, close to Canons Park. Here, you’ll support three gentlemen under 40, all of whom have learning disabilities and autism. Family involvement is a big part of life in this home, so you’ll work in partnership with relatives to ensure everyone feels connected and supported.

From horse riding and sailing to music events, discos, swimming, and train rides, these gentlemen love to stay busy and engaged. You’ll help make these experiences possible, driving their automatic vehicles to get to their hobbies, supporting with mobility (all three use wheelchairs), and providing hands-on support when needed. Personal care is part of the role, but it’s about dignity and encouragement, helping each person feel confident and respected. You’ll also prepare meals following SALT guidelines, assist with feeding, and create a safe, structured environment that promotes independence.

This is a role for someone who thrives on variety and values teamwork. You’ll work long day shifts (8am–10pm) to fit around the busy schedule, with no waking nights required. Communication is key, one gentleman uses limited words and some Makaton signs, while others don’t communicate using words, so patience is essential.

About You

You’ll share our values, bringing them to life in everything you do. You’ll be passionate about supporting people to live life their way, with patience, empathy, and a commitment to inclusion. You’ll understand the importance of person-centred support and be confident in following detailed support plans and routines.

You’ll have the resilience to manage busy days, the flexibility to adapt to changing needs, and the creativity to communicate effectively, whether that’s using clear language, active listening, or Makaton signs. You’ll be reliable, proactive, and ready to work as part of a team.

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.
• Career Development– Aspire programme, Dimensions Academy, and clear progression pathways.
• 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

• 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.
• If a driving licence is required for this role you will need to produce a copy of the driving licence at the onboarding stage.
• 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 Consultan...

D019312

£12.60 Per Hour

Rumney

Wales

Permanent

Hours per week: 20.0

Closing Date: January 30, 2026

We are looking for Support Workers in Rumney, Cardiff to cover part time shifts, 16 -24 hours  We offer fantastic benefits, training and a great team environment.   

Pay rate - £12.60 per hour

We are looking for people who share our values and can support someone to have the life they want to live. This Home supports two female wheelchair users, who enjoy a quieter pace of life, Enjoying shopping trips, Meals out, Pantomimes, Theatres and Music shows. We are looking for someone with a positive outlook on life, who can encourage and support both ladies to maintain a positive, active lifestyle, and maintain our family connections. Manual handling training is required and provided for this role. s. Manual handling training is required and provided for this role.

Dimensions are one of the country’s largest not-for-profit organisations supporting people with learning difficulties, autism, behaviours of distress and complex needs and we are driven by our values. People with learning disabilities and their families are at the heart of everything we do.

Dimensions is a leading social care provider in England and Wales, supporting people with learning disabilities and autism

Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme in 2025!

Applications will be shortlisted on receipt and interviews will be held until the posts are filled

Your rewards

A full list of rewards can be found in the job description attachedApply now

• 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
• If a driving licence is required for this role you will need to produce a copy of the driving licence at the onboarding stage.
• 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 of our recruitment communications.

D019317

£12.40 Per Hour

Shrewsbury

England, Shropshire, West Midlands

Permanent, Part Time

Hours per week: 22.0

Closing Date: January 31, 2026

Support Worker – Shrewsbury (SY5)

2 x Part-Time Positions – 22 Hours Per Week Each£12.40 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shiftFull UK Manual Driving Licence Required

Make every day matter in a role filled with purpose, variety and genuine impact.

“I love the job role – some days it doesn't feel like work at all!” — Current Support Worker

We are looking for compassionate, confident and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our team in Shrewsbury. You will be supporting two energetic young men with autism and learning disabilities to live active, meaningful and fulfilling lives.

Who You Will Be Supporting

You will be working with two fantastic young men in their 20s who share a bungalow but lead independent, busy lives. Each has their own unique personality, routines and interests.

Cheeky gentleman

• Social and lively
• Uses Makaton to communicate
• Loves trips to the cinema and the Sealife Centre
• Enjoys meeting new people and trying new experiences
• Independent and confident, but appreciates quiet time too

Well-travelled gentleman

• Has explored the world with his family
• Enjoys independence and community activities
• Takes part in a local dance group
• Loves attending a Friday night disco
• Balances busy social activities with moments of quiet reflection

Both individuals value staff who understand boundaries, communicate well, and can recognise when it’s time for activity – and when it’s time to unwind.

What You Will Be Doing

This is a rewarding, varied role where every day brings a new opportunity to make a difference. You will support the gentlemen with:

Empowering independence
Supporting personal care, meal preparation and daily living tasks in a dignified, respectful and encouraging way.

Activity and community support
Regular outings including cinema trips, walks, days out and community groups. You’ll support them to enjoy their hobbies and stay active.

Building communication and relationships
Using Makaton (full training provided) and supporting calm, positive communication.

Daily routines
Light household tasks, medication administration and ensuring their home is safe, comfortable and welcoming.

1:1 support
Providing focused support tailored to each person's preferences, needs and daily plans.

Shift Patterns

You will work 22 contracted hours per week, including:

• Day Shifts:7:00am – 10:00pm
• Sleep-In Shifts:10:00pm – 7:00am (paid to sleep)

Shifts include alternate weekends and 1–2 sleep-ins per week.
Start/finish times may vary depending on planned activities.

Rotas are issued in advance to support good work-life balance.

What Makes You a Great Fit?

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Confident, outgoing and able to build positive relationships
• Patient, observant and understanding of personal space and downtime
• A good communicator willing to learn Makaton
• Reliable, friendly and able to bring a sense of humour to the role
• Calm and supportive, especially during quieter or emotionally sensitive moments
• A team player who works well with families and colleagues
• A manual driver confident with local travel and community activities

Why Work for Dimensions?

A recognised Great Place to Work
Awarded Great Place to Work status for seven consecutive years.

Rewards that make a difference

• 30 days’ annual leave (pro rata)
• Option to buy or sell annual leave
• Bike to Work scheme
• Discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment and gyms
• £200 refer-a-friend bonus

Grow with us

• Paid, high-quality training
• Funded accredited qualifications
• Development pathways through Dimensions Academy and Aspire

Live well, work well

• Comprehensive wellbeing strategy
• Health checks
• Staff...

Dim/23081

£13.04 Per Hour

Eastleigh

England, Hampshire, South East England

Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5

Closing Date: February 09, 2026

Support Workers

Location: Eastleigh

37.5 hours a week including 2 sleep ins (alternate weekends)

Full UK Driving Licence and own car is essential - will need to obtain Business Insurance

Dimensions is an award winning, life changing, not-for-profit charity which promotes independence for every individual. We support people with learning disabilities and autism, behaviours of distress, personal care, epilepsy, complex needs and much more.

We are looking for Support workers to join our amazing team we already have in place to work alongside a gentleman with autism and learning difficulties who does not communicate with words. He lives in a supported living home based in Eastleigh.

This gentleman loves to be out and about, going on long walks, meals, bowling and exploring the local area. So if you like being active in your day to day and would like to make a meaningful contribution to this gentleman's life, then this role could be the perfect fit.

The role:

• Support with meal preparation
• Support with shopping, housework including cleaning and laundry.
• This gentleman is supported 1:1 at all times, so lone working is essential.
• Supporting with medication
• Supporting and encouraging to take part in activities they like and enjoy
• Being pro-active and thinking outside the box

Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme 2026.

Applications will be shortlisted on receipt and interviews will be held until the posts are filled.

Your rewards

Dimensions are proud to be one of very few social care organisations that have been recognised by the Great Places to Work programme for the previous 6 years!

We offer 30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave.

If you refer a friend to us and if they’re successfully employed, you’ll receive a £200 bonus.

We offer paid training and options to further develop your career through funded accredited courses.

Childcare vouchers, our Bike to Work scheme and discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships are also available.

We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.

Apply now

• An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
• 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 of our recruitment communications.

Dim/23094

£13.73 Per Hour

Beverley

England, East Riding of Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber

Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5

Closing Date: January 25, 2026

Support Worker 

Pay: £13.73ph

Location: Beverley, HU17

FULL UK Manual  Driving License is essential!

Turn everyday moments into difference!

Help people reach their full potential at Dimensions. You’ll support autistic people and adults with learning disabilities to develop life skills, build confidence, and enjoy meaningful relationships. Backed by a culture that values wellbeing, career development, and recognition, you’ll benefit from peer-to-peer learning and personalised coaching – making this more than a job, it’s a career with purpose.

We are recruiting for amazing Support Workers in Beverley. We’re looking for someone who has strong experience working with people who present complex behaviours.

We support a fantastic gentleman with a brain injury and cerebral palsy. He uses a wheelchair but can crouch, and he communicates verbally with a little extra help from pictures. He’s full of personality, loves a good laugh, and is always up for some friendly banter! Technology is his absolute passion—he’s a real tech enthusiast—but when things don’t go to plan, it can be a bit of a challenge. With the right positive behaviour support (which he really benefits from), you’ll help him enjoy the things he loves most and keep those good vibes flowing!

The top 5 things most important to the person we support:

• That youcareabout me.
• That you are happyto do activities with me,especially swimming
• That you are calm
• That you are understanding
• That you help mebe independent

Shift Pattern:

Long Day Sleep-In Shifts: 7am – 10pm + sleep from 10pm - 7am
Day Shifts: 7am - 10pm; Early 7am - 2:30pm; Late - 2:30pm -10pm

 There will be a requirement to work as part of a rota, this could include sleep-in duties. 

The role will involve:

• Helping people learn the skills they need to live the life they choose
• Personal care
• Support with shopping, housework including cleaning and laundry
• Supporting with medication
• Supporting and encouraging people to find opportunities in education, employment and leisure, and enable them to take part in these opportunities

For more information about the service and people we support, please contact Lucy Quinn on 07392 197474 within office hours!

Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme in 2025 – now 7 years in a row!

Applications will be shortlisted on receipt and interviews will be held until the posts are filled

Please see the full job description attached for more information about the role.

Why choose Dimensions? 

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

• 30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave
• Refer a friend to us and if they're successfully employed, you'll receive a £200 bonus
• Paid training and options to further develop your career through funded accredited courses
• A Bike to Work scheme and discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships are also available
• Salary advance scheme where you can access 50% of the money you've earned before pay day

Apply now

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 now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruit...