Part time Support Workers

Cambridgeshire County Council; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization in Cambridge is looking for a Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities. This role involves enabling individuals to live independently, providing practical support, and collaborating with a small team. Flexible shifts on a 4-week rota are required, with comprehensive training offered. The position starts at £13.26 per hour, with additional benefits, including a wellbeing package and development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive wellbeing package

Option to buy additional annual leave

Paid volunteering hours

Employee recognition awards

Access to development opportunities

Qualifications

• Training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and safety procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support to individuals, respecting their individual needs.
• Assist with personal care, cleaning, shopping, and accessing community activities.
• Administer medication and update support plans using IT.
• Work collaboratively within a team and report to the Senior Support Worker.

Skills

Proficient written and spoken English

Good IT skills for case recording

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion

Job description

Job Description

Alder Close Supported Living & Respite is based in the town of March and supports adults with a learning disability to live within supported living accommodation.

The role of Support Worker is to enable adults with a disability to live as independently as possible and to enjoy lifestyles they choose to. We support and empower individuals to enhance the quality of their life, maximise potential and continue to promote and develop independence skills within their home or whilst staying at Respite.

For more information or to chat about this opportunity please contact Kerry Dring on 01354 750433.

The role requires working on a 4-week rota with possible shifts during the week, weekends, and bank holidays (8am‑10pm). Two weekend shifts per month and sleep‑in duties are required. Additional enhancements are paid for weekends and bank holidays.

Start pay is £13.26 per hour (£19.89 Saturday hours, £23.60 Sunday hours). You will receive comprehensive training and excellent career development opportunities.

Main Duties

• Provide practical support to individuals, respecting their individual needs and choices
• Assist with personal care, cleaning, shopping, and accessing community activities
• Administer medication and use IT to update support plans, risk assessments, and other documentation
• Maintain knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, capacity assessments, safety and confidentiality procedures
• Work collaboratively within a small team and report to the Senior Support Worker

About You

• Proficient written and spoken English
• Good IT skills for case recording and documentation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Awareness and understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion, Mental Capacity Act and safety/confidentiality requirements
• Previous training in supporting people with a disability is not required; training will be provided for the right candidate

Interviews will be held week commencing 12th January 2026.

Benefits

• A comprehensive wellbeing package covering all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, accessible by your family
• Option to buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro‑rated) via salary sacrifice
• Flexible bank holiday entitlement
• Paid volunteering hours each year to make positive impact on the community
• Peer support groups through the IDEAL network
• Opportunities for employee recognition awards
• Our Cambs Rewards account with discounts, Car Lease, and Cycle to Work schemes
• Access to development opportunities, apprenticeships and qualified coaches for personal and professional growth
• Additional Voluntary Contributions (shared AVCs) to your pension with tax and NI savings

We value and support our colleagues with a range of benefits including annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage. Please note that, as these roles are part time, they do not meet the salary requirement for us to offer sponsorship.

Additional Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

About Us

Cambridgeshire is a great place to work and live with a diverse population, spanning urban centres, historic towns, and rural landscapes.

Our four values are central to our culture, driving everything we do.

We are committed to building a compassionate, inclusive and diverse workforce. We are a Disability Confident Leader and provide reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment. We encourage you to contact the Hiring Manager if you require adjustments.

Visit our jobs and careers page for more information on learning and development opportunities, benefits, and our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/council/jobs-and-careers