Lead Activity Support Worker – Outdoor Activity Based (Ref: Retreat) Embrace Care

Embracecare; Chester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care provider as a Lead Activity Support Worker in Chester, where you'll lead outdoor activities for children and young people with complex needs. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible shifts, and numerous benefits while making a real difference in their lives. We value creativity, leadership, and a genuine love for the outdoors, offering a supportive environment for your career growth.

Benefits

£1,000 Welcome Bonus

Competitive Pay

Loyalty Milestone Bonuses

Annual Leave & Pay Reviews

Fully Funded Healthcare

Free Meals & Parking

Paid Induction & Ongoing Training

Flexible Shift Patterns

Annual Awards Ceremony

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in care (Autism, Learning Disabilities, or Mental Health) is desirable.
• Natural leadership experience with compassion and patience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred care in an outdoor focused setting.
• Lead a small team in planning and delivering structured activity sessions.
• Inspire, coach and develop Activity Support Workers.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Compassion

Education

Vocational Qualification in Outdoor Education

Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Lead Activity Support Worker – Outdoor Activity Based

Chester | £15.00 per hour
£1,000 Welcome Bonus! | Flexible Shifts & Career Growth

Empower Lives. Make a Difference. Join Embrace Care.
No sponsorship available – UK right-to-work required

We’re on the lookout for a Lead Activity Support Worker to take the reins at our purpose built complex in Chester, surrounded by tranquil outdoor spaces and designed for therapeutic living.

Based in our unique outdoor lodge, you’ll lead and coordinate engaging, meaningful activities (e.g. Arts, sports, music, performing arts, forestry and adventure) for children and young people with complex needs including Autism, Learning Disabilities and mental health. This role is perfect for someone who brings energy, creativity, and leadership to every day and finds joy in working in nature.

If you’re experienced in care, love the outdoors and ready to step into a leadership role where your ideas and influence truly matter, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer:

• £1,000 Welcome Bonus, A great start to your journey!
• Competitive Pay, £15.00 per hour
• Loyalty Milestone Bonuses, Earn up to £32,000 over 10 years.
• Annual Leave & Pay Reviews, 28 days holiday + yearly salary increases.
• Fully Funded Healthcare, £320 per year dental allowance, £70 per year for eye tests & glasses and £160 per year for physiotherapy
• Free Meals & Parking, Enjoy meals on shift & free on-site parking.
• Paid Induction & Ongoing Training, Supporting your career development.
• Flexible Shift Patterns, Work around your lifestyle.
• Annual Awards Ceremony, £10,000 in prizes celebrating our team.
• Referral Scheme, Earn £500 per successful referral.
• Employee Assistance Programme, Supporting your mental & physical well-being.

Your Role as a Support Worker (Activity Based):

• Deliver person-centred care, in an outdoor focused setting
• Lead a small team in planning and delivering structured activity sessions that promote emotional, physical and mental well-being.
• Inspire, coach and develop Activity Support Workers
• Work closely with individuals with Autism, ADHD, PTSD, and Learning Disabilities.
• Accurately document activities and follow safeguarding procedures.

What You’ll Need:

• Vocational Qualification/certification in outdoor education / recreational trained e.g. Arts, sports, music, performing arts.
• Experience in care (Autism, Learning Disabilities, or Mental Health) is desirable but not essential.
• Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to train).
• A genuine love for the outdoors and active, creative engagement.
• Natural leadership experience with, Compassion, patience & a caring nature – making a real difference every day.
• Commitment to safeguarding & providing high-quality support.

Why Join Embrace Care?

At Embrace Care, we’re not just offering a job – we’re building careers and changing lives. With industry-leading benefits, an inclusive culture, and a commitment to excellence in care, there’s no better place to start or grow your career in social care.

Ready to take the next step? Click “Apply Now” and be part of something truly special!