Lead Support Worker

Dimensions; Stanwell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care organisation in Stanwell seeks a Lead Support Worker to support adults with learning disabilities. You will lead a team providing person-centred care while managing daily routines and building relationships. Ideal candidates will have outstanding communication skills and prior experience in social care. This position offers excellent training and the opportunity to make a daily impact.

Benefits

Excellent training and development opportunities

Clear career progression pathways

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities.
• Confidence in managing responsibilities and facing challenges.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support and lead daily routines.
• Manage rotas, delegate tasks, and conduct audits.
• Foster strong relationships with families and professionals.

Skills

Outstanding communication

Leadership skills

Solution-focused mindset

Ability to inspire others

Collaboration

Job description

Lead Support Worker – Stanwell (TW19)

Hours: Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)

Lead with Purpose. Support with Passion.

Are you experienced in supporting adults with learning disabilities and ready to take the next step in your career? Join our innovative team in Stanwell as a Lead Support Worker, where you’ll lead by example, inspire others, and make a measurable difference through our proven Activate model.

About the Role

You’ll be supporting a vibrant household of five individuals—two males and three females—each with unique needs and interests. From cooking and games to zoo trips and Fright Night at Thorpe Park, every day brings something new. You’ll help organise health appointments, weekly shopping, leisure activities, and maintain a warm, welcoming home environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support and lead daily routines

• Manage rotas, delegate tasks, and conduct audits

• Foster strong relationships with families and professionals

• Adapt communication styles to meet individual needs

• Lead with integrity, courage, and creativity

• Be a role model for your team, promoting best practices and policies

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities

• Outstanding communication and leadership skills

• A proactive, solution-focused mindset

• Ability to work collaboratively and inspire others

• Confidence in managing responsibilities and facing challenges

• Drivers are preferred but not essential

Why Join Us?

• Excellent training and development opportunities

• Clear career progression pathways

• A supportive, values-led team culture

• The chance to make a real impact—every single day

Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme 2025.

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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