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Dimensions; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay uplift

Flexible shift patterns

Annual leave pro rata

Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Job summary

Dimensions is actively seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist two ladies and two gentlemen with learning disabilities, autism, and epilepsy in a warm home. You will help with daily living, community activities, and maintaining independence while coordinating with the team to ensure safety and wellbeing.

The role includes shift patterns from early to late and sleep-ins (£50). A full UK driving licence is essential to support community activities and transport needs.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence required.
• Experience in social care is beneficial but not required. Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support.
• Support with medication administration and meal preparation.
• Encourage independence and participation in community activities.
• Assist with mobility and wheelchair use.
• Support engagement in hobbies and social events.
• Maintain a welcoming, clean home environment.

Skills

Driving licence (UK)

Care-focused

Job description

Pay: £12.81 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shift

Driver Requirement: Full UK Manual Driving Licence Required

About Dimensions

At Dimensions, you'll find more than a job - you'll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. Together, we make a real difference - for the people we support and for you.

Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a

Great Place to Work for 2026 — our eighth consecutive year of recognition.

Dimensions has also once again been recognised as one of the UK's Top 25 Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ among Super Large Organisations, reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.

I love the job role - some days it doesn't feel like work at all!

- Current Support Worker

If you're energetic, caring and enjoy helping people make the most of life, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, established team where your support will have a genuine impact every day.

About the role

We're looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic

Support Worker to join our team in

two ladies and two gentlemen aged 40s-60s with learning disabilities, autism and epilepsy.

This is a warm, sociable home where people enjoy spending time together, exploring their interests and being active within their local community. You'll play a key role in supporting people to live independently, maintain relationships and enjoy the activities that matter most to them.

The people we support enjoy:

• Photography, music and dancing
• Elvis music and live entertainment
• Clubs, restaurants and local events
• Creative hobbies and community activities
• Social groups, outings and spending time with friends

One gentleman communicates using gestures and sounds rather than words, and one person uses a wheelchair when accessing the community. Building strong relationships and understanding each person's communication style is an important part of the role.

Support includes:

• Personal care and daily living support
• Medication administration
• Meal preparation and healthy routines
• Community activities and social outings
• Mobility and wheelchair support
• Household tasks and maintaining a welcoming home
• Encouraging independence, confidence and choice

Shifts:

• 7:00am - 2:30pm
• 2:30pm - 10:00pm
• Sleep-ins: 10:00pm - 7:00am (£50 paid to sleep)

Rotas are provided in advance to support a healthy work-life balance.

About you

You'll be a great fit if you're:

• Caring, compassionate and person-centred
• Energetic, positive and approachable
• A confident communicator and relationship builder
• Reliable, proactive and organised
• Passionate about supporting independence and wellbeing
• Happy to get involved in activities and community events
• A strong team player who enjoys working collaboratively
• A manual driver with a full UK driving licence

Experience is helpful but not essential — we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

Rewards that make a difference

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
• 30 days paid

Annual Leave (including public holidays - pro rata)

career progression

• Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
• High Street Discounts - Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Industry leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Apply now

• 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.
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

Use of AI in the recruitment process

AI can help you research and refine your application, but everything you submit should reflect your genuine skills and experience. Please ensure your application represents your own voice and abilities.

If you use assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to supporting you where we can. Please let us know in advance so we can ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.

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