Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Felling, Gateshead.
As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will be working with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs.
From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life. We support a gentleman in his late 30s who lives in his own flat in the Felling area who has autism and epilepsy. He likes music, animals and Disney. He enjoys going out to places such as the weekly disco and social clubs in the community. You would be part of a supportive and friendly team. The service is 24hrs per day, there are two staff for every day shift and also a waking night. You would be expected to contribute to the waking night shifts if and when necessary.
What we're looking for:
· A genuine passion for supporting others.
· Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
· Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
· A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
Contract options:
· Part-time: 30hrs
Shift times:
All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!
· Days: Between 08:00-21:00
· Waking Nights: 21:00-07:00
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Job ID: 35382
We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.
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Counselling Service Practitioner
Administration, Support Services, Wellbeing
Location: Hawthorn Road, Lincoln LN2 4QX, UK
Department: Wellbeing
Contract: Part time
Time to care, time to make a difference!
Join our team at St Barnabas Hospice. As Counselling Service Practitioner, you’ll provide crucial support to ensure our operations run smoothly and effectively.
Why Join St Barnabas?
- Time to care– Contribute to the effective operation of our hospice.
- A team that feels like family– Be part of a supportive, collaborative environment.
- Career growth– Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Great benefits– Competitive salary £27,030 FTE, Aegon Pension Scheme or NHS pension continuation, and 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Working Hours- 25 per week.
- Base- Hawthorn Road / Hybrid
Who We’re Looking For:
- Strong administration organisational skills.
- Previous experience of case management and maintaining accurate records
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and multitask effectively
- Confident using digital systems and databases
- Empathic and professional communicator, able to manage sensitive and difficult conversations
- Compassionate, resilient, and able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries
Join Us
To apply: Visit the NHS Jobs website and complete and application for Job Reference B0215-26-0000
For more information: Joanne White. joanne.white@stbarnabashospice.co.uk
For assistance with your application: Contact recruitment@stbarnabashospice.co.uk.
Closing Date: 28/01/2026
Interview Date: 11/02/2026
At St Barnabas, we believe in dignity, respect, and equality for all. We welcome applicants from every background.
As an organisation we are happy to consider flexible working requests however there are certain core hours / service delivery elements that are required to be covered.
We may extend, withdraw, or close vacancies as needed.
If selected for an interview, please check your email (including spam/junk folders) for further details.
Please note, we only accept completed application forms – no CVs.
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Positions available: 1Qualified position: YesDBS required: Standard
Contract term: Part timeContracted hours: 25Working pattern: Monday-Friday
Closing date: 28/01/2026Interviews held on: 11 February 2026
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You can work for an organisation that makes a difference
At St Barnabas Hospice we can offer you a rewarding career in a friendly and motivational environment. If you are a passionate, driven and a committed individual then we want to hear from you.
Ranked in the Top 100 Not for Profit Organisations in the UK, St Barnabas can offer you career development, along with extra benefits that make all the difference.
Join us for a great work/life balance and a competitive package including generous leave entitlement, the option to buy and sell leave, wellbeing support, NHS discount cards, a healthy pension scheme, flexible working and much more.
The team are encouraged to experience insight days in other departments, socialise at events and join us on our fundraising mission.
We have over 300 clinicians, management, IT, fundraising and marketing and administration staff across Lincolnshire. We ensure that patients and their families have the best possible experience and receive the highest quality of care. This ethos carries through to each and every one of our team.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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Livingston Support Worker
Livingston Support Worker
Full time 37 hour posts & Part time 30 hours posts available - Female Only**
Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata
Our Livingston service is growing!
Ark is completing work on an exciting new housing development at Crusader Rise (View the full story here: https://www.arkha.org.uk/latest/development ). Part of this development will provide housing to those with additional support needs who will require Care & Support packages.
We are now looking for Full time Support Workers to help us deliver these new Support Packages.
You will be joining our amazing team of Support Workers who already operate the small outreach service that is situated in Dedridge.
Our support workers support our people using a person centred approach to live in their own homes and to live their lives to their full potential and be included in the community.
Livingston Service already supports 3 people out in the community in their own homes. Some of these supported people need 24 hour support and others only need short periods of support.
There will be 3 new Supported People requiring 24 hour care with a variety of complex needs (including Autism, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health an Epilepsy) joining the service.
We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, and motivated individuals however experience is preferred but not essential. We will consider individuals that can demonstrate the right values and willingness to engage with their learning and development.
We offer a personalised service to meet the individual’s needs this includes support to maintain their tenancies, finances, personal care, medication, health & social support.
Shifts will be on a rota basis. There will be a variety of day, evening, and sleepover shifts*.
*A sleepover shift consists of working an afternoon/evening shift starting at 3pm, a rest period (11pm - 7am) sleeping over in the service and then working a shift in the morning finishing at 3pm. The sleepover period is over and above your contracted hours and gets paid as an additional payment of £100.80 per sleepover.
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!
Your main duties will be but not limited to:
- Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable service users.
- Communicate and work well with individuals to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
- Carry out tasks in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
- Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.
Find out what you working week could look like here.
Hear from our current Support Workers here.
Why Ark?
- No Previous Experience Required
Ark provide full training so no previous experience is required making our Support Worker roles the perfect place to start your career in Adult Social Care. - Get a qualification while you work
Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team. - Employee Discounts
Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays. - Career Progression
Over 75% of all Managers within Care & Support have been promoted internally. - Employee Assistance Program
Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App. - Contracted hours to suit you
We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland. - Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme
Employees have the option to sell or buy additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 5 days (or 1 working week...
VSA's Rowanlea House Adult Service, situated on the Linn Moor Campus near Peterculter, provides an intensive housing support and care at home service for young adults with complex learning and behavioural difficulties and autism that focuses on the development of meaningful life skills and personal fulfilment.
VSA believe that young adults with complex needs should continue to learn after they leave formal education. To that end, we engage our tenants in programmes aimed at developing personal, domestic and community skills. Our dedicated and enthusiastic team of Support Workers (Life Skills Practitioners - Adult Service), provide the necessary support and care to ensure this happens, and we would be interested in hearing from you if you want to join our team.
We are looking to recruit people that will both support and work with the adults within their home to help them to develop these life skills further, as well as expand their horizons. We also want people that can be innovative and help us to embed our approach in practice within this service.
You will be expected to work on a rolling rota, which will include early, late shifts and weekend working (shifts are: 7.30am – 3.30pm and 2pm – 10.15pm)
It is important that you have experience of working with children/adults with autism, complex needs and behavioural challenges, as well as being confident in working alongside them and as part of a staff team. We will however provide full training and support.
Hours: 39 hours per week
Rota: 4 week rolling rota where you will be required to work a variety of shifts including early/evening and alternate weekend cover.
Salary: £12.81 p.h
We offer our Support Workers fantastic benefits including:- Competitive Salary
- Generous Holidays
- Sick Pay Scheme
- Transport to and from city centre to campus available
- NEST Pension Scheme
- Refer a friend scheme
- Ongoing professional development
Main Duties/Responsibilities:
- Identifying ways of communicating effectively on difficult, complex and sensitive issues. Supporting Tenants appropriately in the communication process, especially where specific communication needs have been identified.
- Promoting, monitoring and maintaining health, safety and security including medication administration. Minimise risks arising from emergency and ensure Tenants, colleagues and self are safe and secure in the Tenancy and to follow, at all times, the policy and guidance on adult protection and supporting Tenants to maximise self-care skills.
- Promoting the wellbeing and protection of the Tenants, working with them in ways which promote their rights and responsibilities, supporting them to express their views and preferences about their health and wellbeing.
- Ensuring that the Tenants’ physical environment is clean and comfortable, guiding and actively supporting Tenants in Housing with Support tasks while they re-learn or maintain skills necessary for remaining in their Tenancy.
- Supporting service users as Tenants in their daily living through identified ‘Care at Home’ tasks.
- Contributing to the prevention and management of challenging behaviour in Tenants, negotiating boundaries, identifying goals to promote acceptable levels of behaviour, as well as working positively and consistently with care plans and risk assessments to support and enable access to the wider community.
- Participating in the maintenance of accurate recording systems and reports (both manual and computerised) to meet agreed standards in line with administrative, regulatory and management purposes
- Complying with and having a sound working knowledge of necessary legislative requirements as laid down through the care standards and recognising the impact of following these standards on the overall provision of service.
- Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
- Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
- Having awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.
Key Skills/Aptitudes:
Essential:
- Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals
- Ability to work with individuals who may display challenging behaviour.
- Ability maintain accurate records
- Basic I.T. sk...
Support Worker – Respite service
39 hours per week – Permanent Contract
Salary starting from €30,288.00 per annum
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
- Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities
- Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan
- Fluent English and excellent communication skills
- Full, clean drivers licence 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 including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts.
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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St Andrews Support Workers
Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata
Full Time positions available
We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate Support Workers to join our friendly team at our St Andrews service.
We support around 20 individuals living independently in their own flats, helping them with their day-to-day lives so they can live as independently and confidently as possible. All flats are located within the same building, creating a welcoming community feel and meaning there is no travel between sites, there is always a supportive staff team on hand.
Our service is ideally located just a 5-minute walk from St Andrews bus station, with regular connections to the rest of Fife, Dundee and surrounding areas.
We offer a good level of flexibility around shift patterns. Shifts run across 7 days with early shifts starting from 7am and late shifts finishing at 10pm. Sleepover shifts* are a requirement in the service.
Please note that due to local bus timetables, public transport may not always be available for travel to or from surrounding areas at these times.
*A sleepover shift consists of working during the day, a rest period sleeping over in the service and then working again the next day. The sleepover period is over and above your contracted hours and gets paid as an additional payment of £100.80 per sleepover.
Our St Andrews team say:
‘I love how the St Andrews service is part of the local community, our guys are well known throughout the town, its lovely to see them being accepted’ – Heather, Support Worker
‘I love helping making other people’s day and giving them a purpose, there is a lot of job satisfaction from working in the St Andrews service’ – Lowri, Support Worker
‘We really couldn’t ask for a better staff team. The St Andrews staff are committed, capable and genuinely great people to work with. We are very lucky to work alongside people who care so deeply about what they do!’ – Lisa, Manager
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!
Your main duties will include but not be limited to:
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Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.
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Communicate and work well with our supported people to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
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Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
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Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.
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Providing personal care where required, in a respectful and dignified way.
Find out what you working week could look like here.
Hear from our current Support Workers here.
Why Ark?
- No Previous Experience Required
Ark provide full training so no previous experience is required making our Support Worker roles the perfect place to start your career in Adult Social Care. - Get a qualification while you work
Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team. - Employee Discounts
Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays. - Career Progression
Over 75% of all Managers within Care & Support have been promoted internally. - Employee Assistance Program
Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App. - Contracted hours to suit you
We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland. - Annual Leave Buy & ...
**This role is exempt from Schedule 9 of the Equality Act and is only available to female applicants**
Hours of Work: Average of 37.5 hours per week, as this is a peripatetic position this will involve working a mixture of days, nights and weekends to cover annual leave, sickness and vacant roles. The rota will be done monthly 2 weeks in advance of the new month starting.
The Wallich is a leading homelessness and rough sleeping charity in Wales. For more information about our innovative work to support people across the country, visit The Wallich website. Find out about Wales' leading homelessness charity, The Wallich www.thewallich.com/about-us
Project Description
The project operates Swansea working with women who have substance misuse issues and other complex needs, such as domestic abuse. The service provides residential support with the aim of meeting individuals’ needs, which promote independence and lead to a sustainable move-on. The project also provides housing related support within people’s homes or in the community, with the aim of preventing homelessness and increasing independence.
Purpose of Role
To provide residential and floating support that enables and empowers Service Users to address housing and/or personal difficulties, build their skills and confidence, and ultimately improve their ability to maintain their future or current accommodation. The support will not create or increase dependence. It will ‘do with’ rather than ‘do for’, so it’s likely that support will involve accompanying Service Users initially, in order to familiarise them with an activity or appointment. Support will help people improve their control, understanding and involvement in dealing with the issues that affect them, and assist Service Users to achieve their preferred outcomes. In addition, to assist with the housing management needs of the project ensuring the delivery of a safe, secure and effective service.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.
Please note: Driving Licence and access to own vehicle is essential for this role.
We are not utilising agencies with this role and kindly ask that agencies do not approach to assist us with this vacancy.
Follow the link below to view the full job description and person specification. Please refer to this information when completing your CV and Cover Letter; see our
Application Guidance page for tips on what to include: Closing date for this vacancy is 28th January 2026 at 09:00am. The Wallich reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. Therefore, we encourage early applications to ensure consideration.
At The Wallich, we’re fully committed to supporting and improving Equity, Diversity and Inclusion to ensure we’re the best community we can be. There is always still room to evolve and improve and we are striving to create an environment where all staff can bring their authentic selves to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds and if you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may require, please contact recruitment@thewallich.net or call 02920 668 464
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Support Worker – Respite service
39 hours per week – Specific purpose 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 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 including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts.
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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Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.
At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.
Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.
· Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
· Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes
· Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.
We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies.
We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.
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Support Team Manger - Female Only (3465)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Team Manager to join our dedicated team in Brecon.
You will need to hold a full UK driving license for this role.
About Mirus:
For 40 years, we have provided support so people can do the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives - always with voice, choice, and control.
We support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them – we listen to and value each person's unique voice and experiences, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and understood.
We know that people have better lives when they feel part of their community – and the community benefits too! That's why we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.
Everything we do is guided by our values: Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.
About the role:
Reporting to the Registered Manager, you'll deliver high-quality person-centred services through strong line management of the senior support workers and support staff teams. You'll deliver excellent care and support planning practice, leading by example as a practice role model. You'll deliver great outcomes for the people we support. You'll be responsible for managing your services within budget, manage care hours, rotas and contracts and deliver against key objectives. You'll deliver a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture.
What will you be doing?
· Ensure the care and support planning and personalised risk assessment processes are well managed.
· Uphold highest standards relating to Safeguarding and ensure all staff training is current.
· Lead the teams in delivering person centred support which ensures people make and maintain relationships that are important to them.
· Lead the teams in enabling people to play an active role in their community and achieve the things that matter to them.
· Deliver services in accordance with the contract, budget, and commissioned hours.
· Lead staff in the implementation of all support plans / guidance and to ensure plans and risk assessments are current and appropriately updated.
· Ensure the involvement and inclusion of all people as well as their circle of support if desired.
· Lead teams who encourage and enable people we support to maximise independence and to be active in their community.
· Ensure people are supported to give feedback on the support received and act upon this feedback, updating support plans accordingly.
· Ensure the delivery of Active Support across your services in accordance with Mirus strategy.
What we're looking for:
Essential:
· QCF level 4/5 management qualification or willing to work towards
· Experience of supporting people who have learning disabilities, with minimum 1 year's management experience
· Experience of positively liaising with external agencies, families, and representatives
· Experience of working within legislative guidelines, i.e., C IW Standards, Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding, Health and Safety, DOLS etc
· Ability to work flexibly and take part in an ‘Out of Hours' service
· Ability to work effectively across a range of teams, to include peer group and Multi-Disciplinary Teams
Our Benefits:
· Fully funded and supported qualification–QCF.
· Full training programme and opportunities for development and promotion.
· 24 days' Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays increasing to 29 after 5 years service.
· Pension Scheme.
· Cycle to Work Scheme·
· Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.
· Employee Assistance Programme.
· Wellbeing Hub.
A full job description is attached, please review for more information about the role.
- Vacancy Type:Permanent
- Location:Brecon
- Postcode:LD3 7LW
- Full-time / Part-time:Full-time
- Salary:£33,000
- Closing Date:31 January 2026
Driver is preferred but not essential.
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Lowestoft. We have two permanent part time positions available (20 hours). Please read the job description before applying.
As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will be working with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs.
From assisting with daily activities like trampolining and swimming to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
- Driver is preferred but not essential.- Supporting 4 people with PMLD/complex needs.
- May involve sleep ins and wake nights.
What we're looking for:
· A genuine passion for supporting others.
· Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
· Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
· A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
Contract options:
· Part-time: 20 hrs
· Part-time: flexible hours based on availability
Shift times:
All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!
· Days: Between 07:00-22:00
· Waking Nights: 22:00-07:00
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Job ID: 35321
We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.
Support Worker - North Court
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 Stafford provide a 24-hour supported living facility in providing care for adults with Learning Disabilities. We accommodate up to 8 people with mild to complex Learning Disabilities. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.
Shift Patterns
This is a 24-hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts including nights and some weekends.
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
- 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
About us
Why Turning Point?
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision – and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.
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.
Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job – we offer you a career.
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 that includes:
- 29 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost
- Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Ark Housing Association Ltd24,307.67 per year (pro rata)HaddingtonFull-time
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- East Lothian Support Workers - Haddington
East Lothian Support Workers - Haddington
2 x 37 hour & 1 x Part time - Female Only**
Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata
East Lothian service supports people in Haddington, Tranent & Musselburgh.
Haddington support 8 people. 3 people in an HMO and 5 people in their own flats. We have people who require 24 hour support at this service so it does include sleepover and longer shifts. There are good bus links between the villages in East Lothian as well as an express bus into Edinburgh.
During your induction and training period you will work alongside our experienced team members, once your training is complete this role will involve lone working.
'We have a lovely team of Support Workers in East Lothian who are really supportive. Our supported people love getting outside whether that be sitting on a bench for a chat or getting involved with gardening.' - Chrissy, Care & Support Manager East & Mid Lothian
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!
Your main duties will be but not limited to:
- Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable service users.
- Communicate and work well with individuals to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships..
- Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
- Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.
Find out what you working week could look like here.
Hear from our current Support Workers here.
Why Ark?
- No Previous Experience Required
Ark provide full training so no previous experience is required making our Support Worker roles the perfect place to start your career in Adult Social Care. - Get a qualification while you work
Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team. - Employee Discounts
Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays. - Career Progression
Over 75% of all Managers within Care & Support have been promoted internally. - Employee Assistance Program
Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App. - Contracted hours to suit you
We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland. - Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme
Employees have the option to sell or buy additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 5 days (or 1 working week for part-time staff) per year. - Enhanced Overtime
Any hours worked by a Support Worker over full-time contractual hours, will be eligible to an enhanced rate.
In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:
- Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata
- 4% Contributory pension scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark
- Blue Light Card
Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate their staff and they love making a positive difference in our supported peoples lives, helping them to achieve their dreams.
Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.
To apply, click the link below.
CV’s will not be accepted.
Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.
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- Work with Us
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- East Lothian Support Workers - Musselburgh
East Lothian Support Workers - Musselburgh
1 x Part Time & 1 x Full Time post available - Female only**
£12.60 per hour
East Lothian service supports people in Haddington, Tranent & Musselburgh.
Musselburgh supports 6 people in one block of flats. There is a sleepover shifts, early shifts starting from 8am and late shifts that can finish up to 9pm. There are great bus links with Edinburgh to our Musselburgh Service.
During your induction and training period you will work alongside our experienced team members, once your training is complete this role will involve lone working.
'We have a lovely team of Support Workers in East Lothian who are really supportive. Our supported people love getting outside whether that be sitting on a bench for a chat or getting involved with gardening.' - Chrissy, Care & Support Manager East & Mid Lothian
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!
Your main duties will be but not limited to:
- Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable service users.
- Communicate and work well with individuals to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships..
- Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
- Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.
Find out what you working week could look like here.
Hear from our current Support Workers here.
Why Ark?
- No Previous Experience Required
Ark provide full training so no previous experience is required making our Support Worker roles the perfect place to start your career in Adult Social Care. - Get a qualification while you work
Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team. - Employee Discounts
Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays. - Career Progression
Over 75% of all Managers within Care & Support have been promoted internally. - Employee Assistance Program
Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App. - Contracted hours to suit you
We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland. - Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme
Employees have the option to sell or buy additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 5 days (or 1 working week for part-time staff) per year. - Enhanced Overtime
Any hours worked by a Support Worker over full-time contractual hours, will be eligible to an enhanced rate.
In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:
- Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata
- 4% Contributory pension scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark
- Blue Light Card
Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate their staff and they love making a positive difference in our supported peoples lives, helping them to achieve their dreams.
Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.
To apply, click the link below.
CV’s will not be accepted.
Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.
All interviews are conducted in person.
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