Outreach Support Worker
- Location:Caerphilly, Caerphilly, United Kingdom
- Earnings:£23970.00 to £24480.00
Salary: £23,970 per annum (Full Time) rising to £24,480 per annum after successfully completing six-month probation period
Location: Caerphilly
Contract Type: Permanent in line with funding - Agile – working where and when required, to do the job most effectively
Hours & working Pattern:
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35 hours per week (full time)
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Generally, Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work
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Flexible start and finish times that incorporate the hours of 9.30am to 4.30pm and a minimum of 30 minutes unpaid break during these times.
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Mandatory hwb days as part of a rota
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All team members must work flexibly on occasions to meet the needs of the Charity and the people we support
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Participate in the organisation’s Tier 2 emergency on-call rota (paid)
Accountable to: Assistant Support Services Manager
Purpose of the post:To provide specialist, trauma-informed support to individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness because of experiencing domestic or sexual abuse, harm or violence
Specific responsibilities:
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Deliver specialist, trauma-informed support to a case load of adults and families, recognising the impact of domestic or sexual abuse, harm or violence, and responding with empathy, respect, and consistency.
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Contribute to an environment where support is psychologically informed, compassionate, equitable, and grounded in integrity—where every individual feels safe, heard, and supported.
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Respond to safeguarding concerns in line with legislation and organisational policies, maintaining a trauma-informed, non-judgemental stance that prioritises dignity and emotional safety.
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Work collaboratively with the team to provide Hwb cover in line with the agreed rota, ensuring individuals can access planned or emergency appointments, either in person, on the phone or online.
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Receive referrals into the service and carry out Initial Contact Assessments collaboratively, identifying the most suitable support options based on individual needs and preferences. Complete risk assessments and develop risk management plans, including the SafeLives DASH risk indicator and safety planning.
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Work closely with the team to manage and maintain the outreach waiting list, ensuring timely updates, regular contact, and effective triage for individuals.
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Work in partnership with individuals to identify support goals and outcomes, co-developing and regularly reviewing needs assessments, risk assessments, and support/safety plans
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Provide clear advocacy, signposting and referrals to internal and external services, guided by the individual’s expressed needs, interests, and readiness —such as social services, police, parenting support, health, legal advice, DWP, housing, education, recreation, and Cyfannol’s internal services (e.g. group work, sexual violence services, counselling).
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Build and maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with external agencies, and attend multidisciplinary meetings to promote the needs and rights of individuals through trust and partnership.
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Maintain factual, person-centred, accurate, timely, and confidential records of all casework and service activity, using Cyfannol’s Case Management System and other internal records
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Contribute to audits and reporting, engaging positively supporting service evaluation and development and recognising the value of reflective learning and continuous development.
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Encourage and support adults and children to have a voice within Cyfannol and the wider sector, for example by completing surveys, sharing feedback, and participating in relevant events
General responsibilities:
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Outreach Support Worker Start Date: February/March 2026 Pay: NJC Pt. 11 - 14 Are you motivated to work in a provision that really is more than a school where the vision is to improve the quality of life for all students? Are you enthused by the prospect of supporting an ethos where the holistic needs of every student are prioritised and where we strive to see the good in everyone? Breckenbrough School are seeking a dynamic and skilled applicant to join our Post 16 team. The successful applicant will support our students in facilitating social education, supporting academic programmes of learning, ensuring their safety and wellbeing, and promoting the development of personal independence in order to best prepare students for adulthood. Although the main base is at school, the role involves driving to and from other locations, currently York College, and will include the transportation of students with a vehicle provided for business travel. A full clean driving licence is essential in order to fulfil the role. Breckenbrough School caters for boys aged 9 to 19, who are primarily diagnosed with Autism, PDA, ADHD, and other complex needs. As a school with a Quaker ethos, we pride ourselves on our shared values of equality, respect, tolerance, honesty, forgiveness, and conflict resolution, as we strive to attain the best outcomes possible for all our students. If you have a genuine love of working with young people and an appreciation of how a nurturing and caring environment can support all children to grow into happy, healthy, and successful individuals, you will make a great addition to our team. Working at Breckenbrough always requires: • Providing our students with truly person-centred support in doing the things they love to do, and in making choices and decisions • Supporting students in getting their voice heard • Enabling students to learn, grow and develop to be the very best they can be • Compassion, care, respect and reflection • Treating everyone as an equal • Supporting the other people in your team in achieving the team's objectives • Being resilient when things get difficult, knowing that with your support amazing results are possible In return, we will offer you: • An incredibly happy working environment with a staff team who are extremely supportive • A leadership team who are hands-on and accessible every single day • Continuous CPD and opportunities for professional and personal growth • An exceptional ethos of care for students, staff, and families • Pay parity offered for similar position and responsibilities • Complimentary refreshments throughout the day • Cycle to work and Tech schemes Breckenbrough are dedicated to safeguarding and require all our staff to hold and Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Portable DBS is preferable. For further information and to request an application pack, please visit our website www.breckenbrough.org.uk Closing date for completed applications: Noon, Wednesday 28th of January 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 4th of February 2026 for short listed candidates
Dim/23078
£14.23 Per Hour
New Milton
England, Hampshire, South East England
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: February 10, 2026
Lead Support Worker – New Milton - Full Time
Make a Measurable Difference Every Day
Are you experienced in supporting adults with learning disabilities? Join our innovative team in New Milton and help deliver outstanding care through the proven ‘Activate’ model—a person-centred approach that transforms lives and brings professional fulfilment.
As Lead Support Worker, you’ll lead by example, coaching and mentoring colleagues, ensuring rotas and records are accurate, and supporting with incident reporting and quality assurance. You’ll also attend meetings, promote best practice, and embed our values in everything you do. Alongside leadership responsibilities, you’ll provide hands-on support, including personal care, medication administration, and meal planning.
You’ll be supporting six individuals (a mix of men and women) across six self-contained flats. Each person has unique needs, interests, and levels of independence, and your role will be to help them thrive in their own way.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Supporting individuals with daily routines and personal goals
- Assisting with behaviours of distress and promoting emotional wellbeing
- Encouraging independence and community engagement
- Facilitating activities like snooker, pub visits, café outings, salon trips, bowling, and social groups
What We’re Looking For
Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities
Understanding of behaviours of distress (beneficial but not essential)
A proactive, compassionate, and person-centred approach
Willingness to learn and grow through our excellent training programme
Why Join Us?
Strong career progression and development opportunities
Supportive team culture and leadership
A chance to make a real, measurable impact every day
Please see the full job description attached for more information about the role.
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 6 years in a row!
Your rewards
For a full list of rewards, visit our careers page at www.dimensions-uk.org/careers
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 recruitment communications.
Dim/23071
£14.11 Per Hour
Ash Vale
England, South East England, Surrey
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: February 09, 2026
Lead Support Worker - Full Time in Ash Vale/ Mytchett (GU16)
Full UK/EU Driving License Essential
At Dimensions, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Guided by our values of Ambition, Courage, Integrity, Partnership, and Respect, we create a workplace where your voice matters and your growth is celebrated. Recognised as a Great Place to Work for seven years running, we’ll give you the tools, training, and encouragement to make a real difference every day.
As Lead Support Worker, you’ll lead by example, coaching and mentoring colleagues, ensuring rotas and records are accurate, and supporting with incident reporting and quality assurance. You’ll also attend meetings, promote best practice, and embed our values in everything you do. Alongside leadership responsibilities, you’ll provide hands-on support, including personal care, medication administration, and meal planning.
Supporting 5 people aged in their 40’s-70’s, who have learning disabilities, Things the people we support enjoy doing include:
- Going out for long drives in their car (it must be said that for this lady the journey is as important as the destination)
- Trips to the pub for meals
- Arts and Crafts at home
- Days out at Frimley Lodge Park
- Planning, and going on, holiday
Benefits for Support Workers choosing to work with Dimensions include:
- 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 £500 bonus
- We offer paid training and options to further develop your career through funded accredited courses
- Bike to Work scheme and discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, gym membership and mobile phone tariffs
- We’re a values-driven organisation that puts people with learning disabilities and their families at the heart of everything we do
- We care about our colleagues and are passionate about our comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network
- Dimensions are proud to be one of very few social care organisations that have been recognised by the Great Places to Work programme every year since 2019
Other important information:
- Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are 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 with 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 03003039150 if you require adjustments
- British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all of our recruitment communications
- Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010
Dim/23071
£14.11 Per Hour
Ash Vale
England, South East England, Surrey
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: February 09, 2026
Lead Support Worker - Full Time in Ash Vale/ Mytchett (GU16)
Full UK/EU Driving License Essential
At Dimensions, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Guided by our values of Ambition, Courage, Integrity, Partnership, and Respect, we create a workplace where your voice matters and your growth is celebrated. Recognised as a Great Place to Work for seven years running, we’ll give you the tools, training, and encouragement to make a real difference every day.
As Lead Support Worker, you’ll lead by example, coaching and mentoring colleagues, ensuring rotas and records are accurate, and supporting with incident reporting and quality assurance. You’ll also attend meetings, promote best practice, and embed our values in everything you do. Alongside leadership responsibilities, you’ll provide hands-on support, including personal care, medication administration, and meal planning.
Supporting 5 people aged in their 40’s-70’s, who have learning disabilities, Things the people we support enjoy doing include:
- Going out for long drives in their car (it must be said that for this lady the journey is as important as the destination)
- Trips to the pub for meals
- Arts and Crafts at home
- Days out at Frimley Lodge Park
- Planning, and going on, holiday
Benefits for Support Workers choosing to work with Dimensions include:
- 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 £500 bonus
- We offer paid training and options to further develop your career through funded accredited courses
- Bike to Work scheme and discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, gym membership and mobile phone tariffs
- We’re a values-driven organisation that puts people with learning disabilities and their families at the heart of everything we do
- We care about our colleagues and are passionate about our comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network
- Dimensions are proud to be one of very few social care organisations that have been recognised by the Great Places to Work programme every year since 2019
Other important information:
- Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are 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 with 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 03003039150 if you require adjustments
- British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all of our recruitment communications
- Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010
D019334
£14.23 Per Hour
Aldershot
England, Hampshire, South East England
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: February 23, 2026
Lead Support Worker - Full time position available
FULL UK DRIVING LICENSE REQUIRED - needs to be able to drive a manual transit van for people supported as well as cars.
Are you experienced in supporting adults with learning disabilities? Join our innovative team based in Aldershot where you can lead by example, enjoying an excellent training programme, strong career progression and deliver outstanding support through the unique ‘Activate’ model, proven to make a measurable difference to people’s lives and your professional satisfaction.
As a Lead Support Worker, you will assist the Locality Manager and Assistant Locality Manager in maintaining a high quality of support, acting as a role practitioner, coaching and mentoring Support Workers and Relief Support Workers to ensure the people supported achieve the outcomes identified within their support plans.
Our service in Aldershot supports three gentlemen and three ladies with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. You will get involved with activities such as swimming, sensory, intensive interaction and accessing the community, visiting local places of interest. You will also be supporting them with daily living tasks, medication, personal care and moving and handling
Please see the full job description attached for more information about the role.
Your rewards
For a full list of rewards, visit our careers page at www.dimensions-uk.org/careers
Apply now
If you have any questions and would like to discuss the role in more detail please call Alison on 07770968678.
- 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 users of the disability confident scheme, 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 in one of our offices using assistive technology.
- We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce
Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme 2022.
D019334
£14.23 Per Hour
Aldershot
England, Hampshire, South East England
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: February 23, 2026
Lead Support Worker - Full time position available
FULL UK DRIVING LICENSE REQUIRED - needs to be able to drive a manual transit van for people supported as well as cars.
Are you experienced in supporting adults with learning disabilities? Join our innovative team based in Aldershot where you can lead by example, enjoying an excellent training programme, strong career progression and deliver outstanding support through the unique ‘Activate’ model, proven to make a measurable difference to people’s lives and your professional satisfaction.
As a Lead Support Worker, you will assist the Locality Manager and Assistant Locality Manager in maintaining a high quality of support, acting as a role practitioner, coaching and mentoring Support Workers and Relief Support Workers to ensure the people supported achieve the outcomes identified within their support plans.
Our service in Aldershot supports three gentlemen and three ladies with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. You will get involved with activities such as swimming, sensory, intensive interaction and accessing the community, visiting local places of interest. You will also be supporting them with daily living tasks, medication, personal care and moving and handling
Please see the full job description attached for more information about the role.
Your rewards
For a full list of rewards, visit our careers page at www.dimensions-uk.org/careers
Apply now
If you have any questions and would like to discuss the role in more detail please call Alison on 07770968678.
- 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 users of the disability confident scheme, 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 in one of our offices using assistive technology.
- We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce
Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme 2022.
Dim/23078
£14.23 Per Hour
New Milton
England, Hampshire, South East England
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: February 10, 2026
Lead Support Worker – New Milton - Full Time
Make a Measurable Difference Every Day
Are you experienced in supporting adults with learning disabilities? Join our innovative team in New Milton and help deliver outstanding care through the proven ‘Activate’ model—a person-centred approach that transforms lives and brings professional fulfilment.
As Lead Support Worker, you’ll lead by example, coaching and mentoring colleagues, ensuring rotas and records are accurate, and supporting with incident reporting and quality assurance. You’ll also attend meetings, promote best practice, and embed our values in everything you do. Alongside leadership responsibilities, you’ll provide hands-on support, including personal care, medication administration, and meal planning.
You’ll be supporting six individuals (a mix of men and women) across six self-contained flats. Each person has unique needs, interests, and levels of independence, and your role will be to help them thrive in their own way.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Supporting individuals with daily routines and personal goals
- Assisting with behaviours of distress and promoting emotional wellbeing
- Encouraging independence and community engagement
- Facilitating activities like snooker, pub visits, café outings, salon trips, bowling, and social groups
What We’re Looking For
Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities
Understanding of behaviours of distress (beneficial but not essential)
A proactive, compassionate, and person-centred approach
Willingness to learn and grow through our excellent training programme
Why Join Us?
Strong career progression and development opportunities
Supportive team culture and leadership
A chance to make a real, measurable impact every day
Please see the full job description attached for more information about the role.
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 6 years in a row!
Your rewards
For a full list of rewards, visit our careers page at www.dimensions-uk.org/careers
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 recruitment communications.
Lead Support Worker
Job Introduction
This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines.
Are you looking for the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for delivering high-quality support and a desire to develop your leadership skills?
We are looking for a Lead Support Worker to join our teams in locations around Bradford. This role is perfect for someone who is eager to progress, gain more experience, and take on new responsibilities—without the line management duties.
As a Lead Support Worker, you will work closely with the Team Manager to help drive quality and consistency in the support we provide. You will play an active role in coordinating shifts, carrying out audits, and assessing staff competencies, ensuring that we continue to deliver outstanding care. In return, you will receive an additional 5% on your salary for additional duties, as well as the opportunity to take part in leadership training to enhance your career.
Please note that you will be required to be working on shift 5 days consecutively with 2 days off. You will also be required to work weekends too.
Where will I be working? You will be working at one of our services providing care for adults with Learning Disabilities and additional health issues. We are looking for individuals to support our service users who have complex health needs.
Driving is desirable 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:
- Train new support workers on best practices and procedures to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Support involvement initiatives across the home, eliciting colleague engagement as the voice of those they support, ensuring the people we support are at the heart of our ways of working.
- Complete observations of Support Workers and provide feedback and mentoring to support their development and completion of competencies
- Support colleagues in the use of assistive technology to enhance the lives of the people we support to live as independently as possible.
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 have:
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport within the team.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- The Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- The ability to act as a role model to new colleagues and Support Workers.
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 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 the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.
Turning Point
D019330
£12.35 Per Hour
Winnersh
England, South East England, Berkshire
Part Time
Hours per week: 22.5
Closing Date: January 31, 2026
Support Worker – Winnersh, Wokingham (RG41)
Part-Time – 22.5 hours per week£12.35 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shift
Make every day matter in a role where your care, energy and commitment genuinely change lives.
“I love the job role – some days it doesn't feel like work at all!” — Current Support Worker
We’re looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our team in Winnersh, Wokingham. You will support three individuals with learning disabilities, autism and epilepsy to live active, meaningful and fulfilling lives.
Who You Will Be Supporting
You will be supporting three individuals — two men and one woman — all of whom are wheelchair users.
Each person has different needs and routines. One gentleman requires 24-hour support due to partial sight loss, epilepsy and behaviours of distress. Together, they enjoy a wide range of activities, including:
- Theatre visits, activity clubs and walks
- Swimming — a real favourite
- Music festivals, bowling and seaside trips
- Community-based activities and outings
You will play a vital role in supporting them to enjoy their interests safely while maintaining dignity, independence and choice.
What You Will Be Doing
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will support with:
Personal care
Providing respectful and dignified personal care tailored to individual needs.
Community support
Offering 1:1 and 2:1 support when out and about, ensuring individuals can take part in the activities they enjoy.
Mobility support
Supporting people who use wheelchairs, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.
Meal preparation
Preparing meals and supporting individuals with their dietary needs.
Medication administration
Ensuring medication is administered safely and in line with training and guidance.
Household support
Assisting with housework, shopping, cooking, budgeting and attending GP or hospital appointments.
Emotional support
Offering reassurance, understanding behaviours of distress and responding positively and calmly.
Shift Patterns
This role is contracted at 22.5 hours per week, with shifts worked flexibly across the week.
Typical shifts include:
- 7:00am – 3:00pm
- 2:00pm – 10:00pm
- Occasional sleep-ins:10:00pm – 7:00am (£50 per sleep-in)
Rotas are provided in advance to support a healthy work-life balance.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who brings positivity, resilience and compassion to their work.
You will be:
- Comfortable supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and epilepsy
- A clear, confident communicator
- Calm and resilient in a busy, sometimes challenging environment
- Outgoing and active, happy to take part in community activities
- Kind, patient and supportive, with a values-driven approach
Experience is helpful, but not essential — full training and ongoing support are provided.
Why Choose Dimensions?
A recognised Great Place to Work
Proudly accredited as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years.
Rewards that make a difference
- 30 days’ annual leave (pro rata)
- Buy and sell holiday options
- Bike to Work scheme
- Discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment and gym memberships
- £200 refer-a-friend bonus
Grow with us
- Paid training and development
- Funded accredited qualifications
- Career pathways through Dimensions Academy and Aspire
Live well, work well
- Comprehensive wellbeing strategy
- Staff listening network
- Health checks
Belonging and Inclusion
We welcome and value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive workplace.
Other Important Information
- Applications are reviewed upon receipt; interviews continue until the ...
D019330
£12.35 Per Hour
Winnersh
England, South East England, Berkshire
Part Time
Hours per week: 22.5
Closing Date: January 31, 2026
Support Worker – Winnersh, Wokingham (RG41)
Part-Time – 22.5 hours per week£12.35 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shift
Make every day matter in a role where your care, energy and commitment genuinely change lives.
“I love the job role – some days it doesn't feel like work at all!” — Current Support Worker
We’re looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our team in Winnersh, Wokingham. You will support three individuals with learning disabilities, autism and epilepsy to live active, meaningful and fulfilling lives.
Who You Will Be Supporting
You will be supporting three individuals — two men and one woman — all of whom are wheelchair users.
Each person has different needs and routines. One gentleman requires 24-hour support due to partial sight loss, epilepsy and behaviours of distress. Together, they enjoy a wide range of activities, including:
- Theatre visits, activity clubs and walks
- Swimming — a real favourite
- Music festivals, bowling and seaside trips
- Community-based activities and outings
You will play a vital role in supporting them to enjoy their interests safely while maintaining dignity, independence and choice.
What You Will Be Doing
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will support with:
Personal care
Providing respectful and dignified personal care tailored to individual needs.
Community support
Offering 1:1 and 2:1 support when out and about, ensuring individuals can take part in the activities they enjoy.
Mobility support
Supporting people who use wheelchairs, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.
Meal preparation
Preparing meals and supporting individuals with their dietary needs.
Medication administration
Ensuring medication is administered safely and in line with training and guidance.
Household support
Assisting with housework, shopping, cooking, budgeting and attending GP or hospital appointments.
Emotional support
Offering reassurance, understanding behaviours of distress and responding positively and calmly.
Shift Patterns
This role is contracted at 22.5 hours per week, with shifts worked flexibly across the week.
Typical shifts include:
- 7:00am – 3:00pm
- 2:00pm – 10:00pm
- Occasional sleep-ins:10:00pm – 7:00am (£50 per sleep-in)
Rotas are provided in advance to support a healthy work-life balance.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who brings positivity, resilience and compassion to their work.
You will be:
- Comfortable supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and epilepsy
- A clear, confident communicator
- Calm and resilient in a busy, sometimes challenging environment
- Outgoing and active, happy to take part in community activities
- Kind, patient and supportive, with a values-driven approach
Experience is helpful, but not essential — full training and ongoing support are provided.
Why Choose Dimensions?
A recognised Great Place to Work
Proudly accredited as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years.
Rewards that make a difference
- 30 days’ annual leave (pro rata)
- Buy and sell holiday options
- Bike to Work scheme
- Discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment and gym memberships
- £200 refer-a-friend bonus
Grow with us
- Paid training and development
- Funded accredited qualifications
- Career pathways through Dimensions Academy and Aspire
Live well, work well
- Comprehensive wellbeing strategy
- Staff listening network
- Health checks
Belonging and Inclusion
We welcome and value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive workplace.
Other Important Information
- Applications are reviewed upon receipt; interviews continue until the ...
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Additional Support Worker
Stockton-on-Tees
£12.51 per hour
Looking to start a career where you can really make a difference? Then we want you to be a part of our team!
Becoming an Additional Support Worker with Autism Initiatives is a brilliant opportunity to work flexibly as you start your career in social care. Whether you have worked in social care before or not, we offer a supportive environment and ongoing training to support you in your new role.
What do we look for in an Additional Support Worker?
- A good verbal and written communicator
- Patient, caring and supportive
- A passion to develop and learn new skills
- Ability to work to your own initiative and be a team player
- Able to work flexibly
More about the role
As an Additional Support Worker, no two days are the same and you will enjoy a role which brings a lot of variety. The people we support are at the heart of everything we do, and our Additional Support Workers play a key role in encouraging the people we support to live as independently as possible. Our Additional Support Workers work in a variety of settings including, Supported Living, Resource Centres and Outreach. Our services work hard to create person centred support plans for each individual and their preferred activities which can include:
- Access community activities such as local walks
- Trips to the park
- Swimming and going to the cinema
- Supporting people in their voluntary work
Working patterns
Our Additional Support Workers work flexibly and can book onto shifts through our Worksearch app. We offer a variety of shifts which you can fit around your lifestyle. This includes, day shifts, night shifts and weekend work.
Our offer to you
- Career progression opportunities.
- Full initial training and ongoing development programme to support you in your role.
- An enhanced DBS that we pay for.
- Free Employee Assistance Programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
- Work Pension Scheme
- Birthday day off
How do I apply?
If you think you have what we are looking for and are interested in joining our team, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
If you require any support with the application process, or you wish to request an application form be sent to you, please contact our friendly Recruitment team on 0151 932 2242 who will be happy to help you.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.
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
- Medicash health scheme, providing cash towards medical costs, gym discounts and ...
Job Introduction
- Support Worker: Loughborough (LE67)
- Rate:£12.60 per hour
- Hours:Full Time (37.5 hrs)
- Training:Full training + NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
- Sponsorship:Not available
Have you considered the difference a smile can make, taking time to listen, understanding and empowering someone to make a choice? Being a Support Worker helping people to live their best lives in the ways they choose.
At Affinity Trust, what matters most is your compassion and willingness to make a difference. Every day offers the chance to learn, grow, and see the real impact of your support in the lives of people around you.
How will I make a difference?
As a support worker you’ll be there to lend a helping hand in a way that puts the person’s needs first, this means:
- Tailor support to each person’s daily needs and goals
- Empower people to make their own choices
- Encourage independence through everyday tasks
- Build confidence and practical life skills
- Help people stay connected to their community, friends, and family
- Support at their pace with patience and understanding
- Celebrate every achievement, no matter how small
Joining Affinity Trust means you'll be with caring colleagues, gain hands-on training that helps you grow into the role, and discover that what you do each day matters.
Joining us as a Support Worker gives you;
✨Meaningful connections that make a difference every day
✨Shared experiences of happiness and growth in the people you support
✨Being valued for who you are and the difference you make every day
Our Benefits
- Buy & sell annual leave
- Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
- Wellbeing scheme
- Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
- Blue Light Card reimbursement
- Pension & Life Assurance
An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by us).
We interview as we receive applications, so apply today!
We're committed to being Disability Confident, and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
If you require any assistance with finding out about current vacancies, making an application, or need our recruitment documents in a more accessible format, please let us know.
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Why work for us?
We don’t just offer jobs — we build careers and celebrate people.
Your Development & Appreciation
• Annual Excellence Awards – we celebrate your impact
• Long Service Awards – recognition every 5 years
• Development Discussions – your growth matters
• Leadership Development Academy – take your next step
Your Work-Life Balance
• 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), rising to 36 days with long service
• Life events leave – time off when it matters most
• Organisational Sick Pay – 2 weeks after 6 months, up to 12 weeks over 3 years
• Buy or sell annual leave
• Enhanced Family-Friendly Pay + Paid Fertility Leave
• Carers Leave
Your Money Goes Further
• £500 monthly bonus draw – two lucky winners every month
• Blue Light Card + retail discounts & cashback
• Access to Tickets for Good
• Pay reviews + competitive rates
• Pension scheme with tools to plan your future
• Paid DBS & renewals
• Season ticket loans
• Advance Pay & Savings via Wagestream
Your Wellbeing Counts
• Breakfast Club for the next three Months (Free free breakfast at the home)
• Life assurance – 2x annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Free eye tests
• Discounted gym membership
• In-house Wellbeing Coach
Safeguarding and Promoting Welfare
SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to uphold this commitment and have a strong understanding of their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding.
Safer Recruitment
As part of our safer recruitment procedures, we require the following checks for all successful applicants:
- A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
- Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.
- Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered.
- References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults.
These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility’ s expense.
Diversity
SeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those who have a disability or neurodivergent condition. We are please to confirm that we are a Disability Confidence Employer.
We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone’s unique experiences and views are appreciated, and their opinion valued. We are happy to offer any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role itself to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates.
In exceptional circumstances, the exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.
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Careers at Response
Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health?
Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living.
Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health?
Homeless Support Worker - £27,560 - £30,680 per annum (Salaries vary depending on experiences)
Hours – 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Department – Adult Service Delivery
Location – Oxfordshire – Hybrid working with regular visits to client accommodation
What You’ll Be Doing:
Response are recruiting for a Homeless Support Worker within Adult Services, Settled Oxfordshire, to help people who have had experiences of street homelessness, and repeated placements within supported and crisis housing services to sustain their own tenancy, live independently, and move-on into mainstream accommodation. Working closely in partnership with a range of other providers, both voluntary and statutory, you will have the support and guidance of the Service Manager to provide a housing management, support and move-on service to a small group of vulnerable people who have recently experienced homelessness. The accommodation will be located within Oxford City and throughout the County. If you're a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a compassionate organisation, we want to hear from you!
Overall job responsibility:
Some of the core duties include:
- To provide an intensive support and housing management service to a caseload of 9 or 10 clients through proactive floating support.
- To ensure that each client has a comprehensive support plan with achievable goals and outcomes and a robust risk assessment and that both documents will be updated regularly with input of client and other professionals delivering support interventions.
- To provide person centred support to the clients and recognise that they are experts by experience.
- To work with each successful referral to identify interventions that will allow the client to move into the accommodation, sustain their home, and identify and plan for the factors/ challenges that might destabilise their tenancy.
- Supporting clients with benefit applications, affordability assessments and repayment plans.
- To conduct regular visit to the accommodation and support the clients with practical skills such as budgeting, cleaning, etc
- To ensure that the clients will engage with agencies providing support with addressing needs such as substance misuse, offending, accessing education, employment and training.
- To ensure that clients are encouraged to engage in meaningful activities.
- To ensure that the properties are safe and compliant with Health and Safety regulations
- To ensure that internal and external stakeholders and partnership agencies are informed about progress of each client.
- Provide a housing management service for the clients, including dealing with rent arrears, managing anti-social behaviour, dealing with other breaches of the tenancy agreement, serving notices and reporting and ordering any repairs.
- Be aware of early signs of abuse, potential safeguarding and ensure that reporting procedures are followed when Safeguarding is triggered.
- To provide regular reports on the progress of each case.
- To support the client with understanding their move on options and create a realistic move on plan for each client including increasing living skills, preparing for and finding work, move on, budgeting, substance misuse and much more.
The Successful Applicant:
Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day – Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. We provide excellent training on everything else, but we do ask that you have:
- GCSE’s in English and Maths (or equivalent) A commitment to undertake continual personal development
- Solid understanding of homelessness and issues connected to it.
- Ability to effectively engage with clients and provide non judgmental support and advice.
- Good Communication Skills, written, verbal & listening.
- Safeguarding.
- Understanding on complex trauma and personality disorder.
- Working with clients with history of homelessness, ...