Relief Support Worker

Thera Trust; Worcester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunities employer

Job summary

Thera Trust in Worcester is seeking a Relief Support Worker to help adults with learning disabilities enjoy everyday activities and live as independently as possible.

You will support with daily tasks, activities, personal care, and accompany clients on outings, while building trustful relationships and promoting choice, dignity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and respectful approach to people with learning disabilities.
• Positive, enthusiastic, reliable and proactive in supporting individuals.
• Patient, understanding and able to adapt to changing needs.
• Able to work independently and as part of a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Support 8 adults across three settings with a range of support needs.
• Assist with daily tasks, medication administration and personal care.
• Enable participation in activities (gym, cinema, trips) and community involvement.
• Promote independence, choice and meaningful relationships in a safe environment.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Positive and enthusiastic

Patient and understanding

Independent and team worker

Passionate about helping people

Job description

Make a Difference. Build Connections. Change Lives.

At Thera Trust, we've been supporting adults with learning disabilities across England and Scotland since 1998. Through person-centred support at home, in the community, and during short breaks, we champion real choice, independence, and opportunities for people to live great lives.

Our vision is simple: an inclusive society where people with learning disability can thrive, belong, and achieve their goals.

Looking for a role where no two days are the same? Love helping people achieve their goals? Join our Worcester team as a Relief Support Worker and support adults with learning disabilities to enjoy swimming, bowling, cinema trips, fitness activities, and independent living. Make a difference, build meaningful relationships, and be part of something truly rewarding.

About the People You'll Support:

You'll be supporting 8 adults across three separate support settings aged between 21-54 with a range of support needs, helping them live the life they choose and enjoy the activities they love.

From active days out to social opportunities, you could be supporting people to:

• Attend the gym
• Join seated Zumba sessions
• Enjoy trips to the cinema
• Access and participate in their local community
• Support them in daily tasks, medication administration and personal care

Every day is different, bringing new opportunities to build confidence, develop independence, and create memorable experiences.

We're looking for Candidates who are:

• Caring and compassionate
• Positive, enthusiastic, and reliable
• Patient and understanding
• Passionate about helping people achieve their goals
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Shift Patterns

Available shifts are dependent on people support needs; it could be:

• 7:30am - 2:30pm
• 2:30pm - 10:00pm
• Around planned activities and outings
• Sleep-ins
• Waking nights

Ready to make a real impact?

Join Thera Trust and help create a world where people with learning disabilities can live, lead, and enjoy great lives.

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position.