Lead Support Worker

Dimensions; Farnham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization is seeking a Lead Support Worker to join their team in Farnham. This role involves leading a team to provide exceptional care to adults with learning disabilities and autism. Responsibilities include delivering personalized support and engaging in community activities. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in care and strong leadership skills. Full training and support will be provided.

Benefits

Sleep-in shift allowance

Training and support

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting supporting adults.
• Confidence in leading a team.
• Ability to adapt communication styles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support using the Activate model.
• Lead and inspire the care team.
• Support individuals in planning and participating in activities.

Skills

Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism

Leadership

Teamwork

Creativity

Person-centred care

Job description

Overview

Lead Support Worker – Farnham (GU9)

Location: Farnham | Hours: Full-Time (37.5 hours/week) Pay: £13.92 per hour + £50 sleep-in allowance

Lead with Purpose. Support with Passion.

Are you ready to take the next step in your care career? We’re looking for a Lead Support Worker to join our dynamic team in Farnham—where your leadership, creativity, and empathy will help shape meaningful lives and lasting memories.

At Dimensions, we’re proud to support adults with learning disabilities and autism across England and Wales. In Farnham, you’ll be part of a close-knit team supporting five brilliant gentlemen aged 19 to 50. They’re social, adventurous, and full of personality—and they’re looking for someone who shares their enthusiasm for new experiences.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering person-centred support using our proven Activate model
• Leading and inspiring your team to provide outstanding care
• Supporting individuals in activities, including:
• • Planning and enjoying holidays
  • Visiting museums and local attractions
  • Attending live music events at Prince’s Hall and G Live
  • Participating in sports coaching sessions
  • Sharing meals and pub lunches around Farnham
  • Building strong relationships with families and supporting regular visits
  • Adapting communication styles to meet each person’s unique needs

Shift Patterns

• Early shifts: 7:30am – 3:00pm
• Late shifts: 2:30pm – 10:00pm
• One sleep-in shift per week (£50 allowance)

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism
• A confident, compassionate leader ready to guide and inspire
• Someone who values teamwork, creativity, and person-centred care

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 7 years in a row!

Your rewards

For a full list of rewards, visit our careers page at www.dimensions-uk.org/careers

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• 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.
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