Relief Support Worker

DIMENSIONS CYMRU LIMITED; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave accrual

Flexible shifts

Learn to Drive

Discounts

Life Assurance

DBS paid for

Career progression

Job summary

Dimensions in West Bromwich is seeking Relief Support Workers to support three gentlemen in their own flats. You will provide 1:1 or 2:1 care, assist with daily living, personal care, and activities, and help individuals live independently. Previous experience is welcomed, with full training provided.

Relief roles offer flexible shifts across days and nights in a supportive, award-winning environment. A caring, proactive approach and patient, compassionate attitude are essential to help people

Qualifications

• Previous support experience is desirable, but not essential.
• Full training and ongoing support will be provided.
• Relief roles offer flexible shifts that fit around your availability.

Responsibilities

• Support people with their personal care.
• Using hoists and specialist equipment.
• Supporting wheelchair users.
• Meal preparation.
• Administering medication.
• Supporting people to attend activities and appointments.
• Following Speech and Language Therapy guidance where required.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliability

Proactivity

Initiative

Activity planning

Team player

Patience

Empathy

Job description

D019672

£12.71 Per Hour

West Bromwich

England, West Midlands, West Midlands

Permanent, Relief

Closing Date: October 31, 2026

Relief Support Worker - West Bromwich (B70)

Location: West Bromwich (B70)

Pay: £12.71 per hour (+12.07% for annual leave accrual)

Additional Relief Opportunities Available - Multiple Vacancies

About Dimensions

At Dimensions, you'll find more than a job - you'll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. As a Relief Support Worker, you'll have the flexibility to choose shifts that work for you while making a genuine difference in the lives of the people you support.

Your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your contribution is valued. Every shift is an opportunity to help people achieve their goals, enjoy the things they love and live fulfilling 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.

"Love seeing small differences make big changes." - Current Support Worker

About the role

We're looking for positive, proactive and caring Relief Support Workers to join our team in West Bromwich (B70), supporting three gentlemen who each live in their own one-bedroom flat.

The people we support are aged between their 50s and 60s and include people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

Support is provided on both a 1:1 and 2:1 basis, depending on individual needs and activities.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll support people to live independently, enjoy their interests and maintain the routines that are important to them.

The people you support enjoy:

• Shopping trips
• Cinema visits
• Bowling
• Swimming
• Playing with favourite toys and activities
• Spending time out and about
• Exploring new experiences

Support includes:

• Supporting people with their personal care
• Using hoists and specialist equipment
• Supporting wheelchair users
• Meal preparation
• Administering medication
• Supporting people with daily routines
• Supporting people to attend activities and appointments
• Supporting people to do the things that matter to them
• Following Speech and Language Therapy guidance where required

Shifts Available

Day Shifts

• 7:00am - 2:30pm
• 7:30am - 2:30pm
• 10:00am - 4:00pm
• 2:30pm - 9:30pm
• 2:30pm - 10:00pm

Waking Nights

• 9:30pm - 7:30am
• 9:30pm - 8:00am

Relief work offers flexibility, allowing you to choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle and availability.

About you

You’ll be a great fit if you're:

• Positive, enthusiastic and reliable
• Bubbly and approachable
• Proactive and able to use your initiative
• Comfortable planning activities and supporting people to try new things
• A good team player
• Patient and compassionate
• Comfortable supporting people with a range of needs
• Passionate about helping people live fulfilling lives

Previous support experience is desirable, but not essential. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Why choose Relief work?

• Flexibility to work around your commitments
• Variety of shifts and opportunities
• Gain experience across different support settings
• Ongoing training and development
• Be part of an award-winning organisation

Rewards that make a difference

• £12.71 per hour plus 12.07% additional payment for annual leave accrual
• Flexible working opportunities
• Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
• High Street Discounts - Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
• Life Assurance and Pension options where eligible
• Industry leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us
• Opportunities to progress into permanent roles

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.