Male Support worker- Full Time (Driver essential)

Sense; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a full-time Support Worker in Birmingham to assist individuals with sensory impairments and disabilities. This role requires a full UK manual driver's license and a positive, caring attitude. You will receive full training and support while making a meaningful impact in clients' lives and promoting activities they enjoy.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Opportunities to learn British Sign Language (BSL)

Matched pension contributions up to 5%

Free life assurance policy

Cashback and discounts on high street brands

Cycle to work scheme

Travel season ticket loans

Enhanced sick pay

Free DBS check if required

£350 refer-a-friend scheme

Free access to the Headspace mindfulness app

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driver's license required.
• No previous experience needed; full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily living skills and personal care.
• Encouraging participation in activities that promote health.
• Delivering high-quality service to individuals with disabilities.

Skills

Empathy

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Job description

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Male Support worker- Full Time (Driver essential), Birmingham

Client: Sense

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: edddfe7d3344

Job Views: 18

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

Are you ready to make a real difference in people's lives?

We are seeking a Support Worker to become a part of our team at our Supported Living service in King's Heath, Birmingham. No previous experience needed as full training will be provided!

This role involves supporting a young adult who leads an active lifestyle, helping develop daily living skills, providing personal care, and encouraging participation in activities that promote health and well-being.

You will support activities the individual enjoys, such as gaming, football, biking, and volunteering. The individual may exhibit some challenging behavior but is a great communicator eager to learn new ways to express himself, including British Sign Language (BSL) and picture communication.

A full UK manual driver's license is required, as you will use our company car for activities outside the home.

We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who are:

• Positive, with a can-do attitude.
• Caring and empathetic.
• Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives.
• Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role.

Your duties can include:

• Supporting individuals and groups within the home, centre, and community.
• Providing a responsive, high-quality service to people with sensory impairments, physical and/or learning disabilities who use Sense services.
• Delivering services that meet or exceed organizational standards.

Benefits:

• 24 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Opportunities to learn British Sign Language (BSL).
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance policy.
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands and 10% off at Sense charity shops.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free DBS check if required.
• £350 refer-a-friend scheme.
• Free access to the Headspace mindfulness app.

About Sense:

Sense is dedicated to supporting people living with complex disabilities and those who are deafblind. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to communicate and experience the world, regardless of their disabilities. Working at Sense offers a rewarding environment with opportunities for skill development, training, and career progression in a supportive and flexible setting.