Bank Support Worker

Registered As The Royal School For The Blind, Seeability; Tadley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based disability charity is seeking a dedicated individual to support young adults with complex disabilities like Juvenile Batten disease. Responsibilities include planning activities, building relationships, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have strong communication skills, previous care experience, a valid UK driving license, and the legal right to work in the UK. This role offers growth opportunities, comprehensive training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Training

Career Progression

Recognition & Rewards

Work-Life Balance

Financial Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Refer a Friend Bonus

Qualifications

• Must have strong English communication skills, both spoken and written.
• Previous experience in a care or support setting is required.
• A valid UK manual driving license is necessary.
• Must have the legal right to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines from morning to bedtime.
• Plan fun, person-centred activities.
• Contribute to tailored support plans.
• Build therapeutic relationships.
• Maintain accurate support notes.

Skills

Strong English communication skills (spoken & written)

Previous experience in a care/support setting

A valid manual UK driving licence

The legal right to live and work in the UK

Job description

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily routines - from morning support to bedtime
• Planning fun, person-centred activities that boost wellbeing
• Contributing to tailored support plans
• Building therapeutic relationships that truly make a difference
• Keeping accurate support notes - every detail matters

Who You'll Be Supporting

Join Heather House - Specialist Support that Makes Every Moment Count. We're home to sixteen incredible young adults living with complex neurological, learning, and physical disabilities, including Juvenile Batten disease and Rett syndrome. Despite their challenges, they lead joyful, fulfilling lives in a warm and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong English communication skills (spoken & written)
• Previous experience in a care/support setting
• A valid manual UK driving licence
• The legal right to live and work in the UK

Activities and Support

From music therapy and hydrotherapy to festive celebrations and community outings, every day at Heather House is filled with laughter, care, and connection. Help us continue creating unforgettable moments — join our team and make a real difference.

Population Characteristics

• Physical and learning disabilities
• Complex health needs
• Juvenile Batten Disease (CLN3)
• Life-limiting Neurodegenerative Conditions

About SeeAbility

Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799! We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assist people with a disability to find paid employment for the very first time. SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.

Safeguarding & Recruitment

• 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.

Diversity & Inclusion

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 pleased to confirm we are a Disability Confident 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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Training: Start with an extensive induction and continue developing your skills with face‑to‑face training, e‑learning, and ongoing support.
• Career Progression: We support your ambitions, offering opportunities to achieve professional qualifications (Care Certificate, QCF levels 2‑5).
• Recognition & Rewards: From excellence awards to long service recognition, your hard work won't go unnoticed.
• Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy up to 36 days of holiday with long service, flexible working options, and time off for life events.
• Financial Benefits: Discounts, cashback, pension schemes, and more, to help your money go further.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to a 24/7 employee assistance program, life assurance and sick pay.
• Refer a Friend: Receive £600 (Support Workers and Senior Support Workers only).