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Dimensions; North East; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with overtime uplift

Flexible shift patterns

30 days paid annual leave

Job summary

Dimensions is hiring a dedicated Support Worker to assist two gentlemen with learning disabilities in a Northumberland home. You’ll help with personal care, meals, budgeting, and mobility while supporting them to stay active and independent in the community.

Join a supportive team that values people and offers DBS assistance, driving support, and progression opportunities. On-site, full-time or part-time roles available with a warm, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in support work with people who have learning disabilities.
• DBS check required or enhanced DBS disclosure cost covered by employer.
• Ability to support with personal care and medications with care and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support to two adults with learning disabilities.
• Assist with daily living tasks including personal care, cooking, budgeting, and medication administration.
• Support access to local community activities and social events to promote independence.

Job description

Location: Hexham, Northumberland (24 min Walk from Hexham General Hospital)

Full time - 37.5 hrs, Part Time 28hrs , Relief

About Dimensions

Every day is an opportunity to create impact, joy, and independence for the people we support. Your work, whether direct, or behind the scenes, contributes to unforgettable moments that change lives.

Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work for 2026 — our eighth consecutive year of recognition.

About the role

You will be supporting two gentlemen in their 50s and 60s who have learning disabilities and live in a supported living home. They enjoy leading active and varied lives and have a wide range of interests, including arts and crafts, visiting museums, going to the gym, trips to the cinema and theatre, exploring places of interest both locally and further afield, taking walks in the community, and watching sports. They are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, encouraging, and passionate about helping them continue enjoying the activities they love while also exploring new opportunities.

As a Support Worker, you will play an important role in helping these gentlemen live the lives they choose. You will provide person-centred support that promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing, while building positive and meaningful relationships. Your role will involve supporting with personal care, administering medication, preparing meals, cooking, budgeting, and maintaining a clean and comfortable home environment through everyday tasks such as cleaning and laundry. You will also support them to access the local community, pursue their interests, achieve personal goals, and enjoy new experiences.

No two days are the same, and this is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of two people while supporting them to be themselves and live as independently as possible.

Shifts

• Long Day Sleep ins: 7am/9am - 10am the following day (£50 sleep-in shift included)
• Sleep in shifts cover hours between: 11pm -7am
• Additional 1:1 shifts throughout the week
• Rotas are provided 4 weeks in advance.

Rewards that make a difference

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

Annual Leave (including public holidays - pro rata)

30 days paid

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

Eligibility and Diversity statements

We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce

An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.

If a driving licence is required for this role you will need to produce a copy of the driving licence at the onboarding stage.

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Support Worker (Job details)

Company: Dimensions

Salary: £12.85 to £12.85 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Northumberland, NE46 2HR

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 11 Sept 2026

Closing date: 27 Sept 2026