Relief Support Worker

Dimensions (UK) Ltd.; Heanor; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave (pro rata)

Bike to Work scheme

Discounts on meals, shopping, gyms

Job summary

Dimensions (UK) Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist three individuals in Derbyshire with high support needs. You will help with personal care, mobility, meals, and daily routines to enable meaningful, independent living and community participation.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient support, safeguarding dignity, and building confidence through personalised activity plans and family involvement. A friendly, reliable team environment is offered.

Responsibilities

• Personal care for individuals with high support needs, maintaining dignity and comfort.
• Provide shared and 1:1 support for outings, activities, and appointments.
• Assist mobility with wheelchairs, hoists, and mobility equipment.
• Prepare meals and support with dietary needs and healthy routines.
• Administer medication safely in line with guidance.
• Assist with cooking, shopping, budgeting, housework, and health appointments.
• Offer emotional support and respond to individual communication styles.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Reliability

Community involvement

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker to join our team in Derbyshire. This role offers flexibility, a supportive team culture, and the chance to make a meaningful difference to people's lives.

Who You Will Be Supporting

You will be supporting three individuals:

• Two young gentlemen
• One lady in her 40s-50s

All have profound and multiple learning disabilities. They enjoy a variety of hobbies and value time with family, who remain closely involved in their care.

Their interests include:

• Meeting family and friends
• Football and cricket
• Day trips, walks, and visiting local pubs
• Shopping and meals out
• Hobbies and healthy living activities

Your support will help them enjoy everyday moments, build confidence, and stay connected to the things they love.

What You Will Be Doing

Your role will be varied and focused on helping the individuals lead meaningful and fulfilling lives.

Personal care

Supporting with all aspects of personal care, maintaining dignity and comfort.

Community support

Providing shared and 1:1 support for outings, activities, and appointments.

Mobility assistance

Supporting individuals who use wheelchairs, hoists, and mobility equipment.

Meal preparation

Preparing meals and supporting with dietary needs and healthy routines.

Medication

Administering medication safely and in line with guidance.

Household support

Assisting with cooking, shopping, budgeting, housework, and attending health appointments.

Emotional support

Offering reassurance, understanding individual communication styles, and responding positively to behaviours., British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all recruitment communications.

Enthusiastic, caring, and compassionate

• Confident communicating with people who do not use words to speak
• Patient, respectful, and committed to advocating for others
• Friendly and positive, with a genuine interest in community activities
• Organised and reliable
• Comfortable supporting people with profound and multiple learning disabilities

Shift Pattern

Shifts include:

• 7:00am - 4:00pm
• 4:00pm - 10:00pm
• Sleep-Ins: 10:00pm - 7:00am

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

Why Choose Dimensions?

A recognised Great Place to Work

Dimensions has been listed as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years.

Rewards that make a difference

• 30 days' annual leave (pro rata)
• Option to buy or sell annual leave
• Bike to Work scheme
• Discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gyms