Disability Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Lytchett Minster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care services provider is seeking a compassionate Disability Support Worker in Lytchett Minster. This role involves empowering individuals with disabilities, supporting them in daily activities, and fostering their independence. The ideal candidate should possess excellent interpersonal skills, a caring attitude, and relevant experience is preferred. This full-time/part-time position offers a competitive hourly rate, and immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is desirable.
• A caring, patient, and resilient approach to support work.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to individuals with disabilities.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, and communication needs.
• Encourage independence and community participation.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and families.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Resilient approach

Education

Relevant qualifications in health and social care

Job description

Seeking Disability Support Worker in Lytchett Minster!

Job Title: Disability Support Worker
Location: Lytchett Minster
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Start Date: Immediate

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? A fulfilling opportunity awaits you in Lytchett Minster as we seek a compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Worker to join a supportive care team immediately.

About the Role:

As a Disability Support Worker, you will play a key role in empowering individuals with physical and/or learning disabilities to live independently and with dignity. This role offers the chance to build meaningful relationships and contribute to the well‑being and personal development of those in your care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to individuals with disabilities in their daily activities.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, and communication needs.
• Encourage independence and participation in community and social activities.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, families, and other support staff.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and reviews.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient, and resilient approach to support work.
• Relevant qualifications in health and social care are advantageous but not essential.

To work as a Disability Support Worker, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Provide an up‑to‑date CV with two relevant references from the last 2 years.
• Hold a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information or to express your interest in the "Disability Support Worker" role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up‑to‑date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.