Empowering Support Worker – Learning Disabilities

Southdown; Seaford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cost cash-back scheme

Interest-free loans

Access to the Easit Network

Blue Light card

Free advice and counselling service

25 days paid holiday

Job summary

Southdown seeks a compassionate Support Worker to help adults with learning disabilities live independently and with dignity at Wynford House, Seaford. You’ll assist with daily tasks, encourage community involvement through walks, cinema, and café visits, and support personal care.

Full training is provided; prior experience is welcome but not required. The role offers a permanent, full-time schedule with 16–37 hours per week and a pay rate of £13.49 per hour, with additional uplifts for

Qualifications

• Patient, empathetic approach essential.
• Completion of Southdown's training in health & social care.
• Willingness to support intimate and personal care.
• Enhanced DBS check paid by Southdown.
• Physical ability to assist with mobility and long walks.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals live independently and with dignity.
• Encourage clients to connect with their community through activities.
• Support daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning and personal care.
• Provide empowering care to build confidence and independence.

Skills

Empathy

Personal care

Enhanced DBS

Mobility support

Tools

Makaton familiarity

Job description

Southdown seeks a compassionate Support Worker to help adults with learning disabilities live independently and with dignity at Wynford House, Seaford. You’ll assist with daily tasks, encourage community involvement through walks, cinema, and café visits, and support personal care.

Full training is provided; prior experience is welcome but not required. The role offers a permanent, full-time schedule with 16–37 hours per week and a pay rate of £13.49 per hour, with additional uplifts for