Relief support worker – Relief – Sheffield

Sense; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS Check

Ongoing development

Flexible working

Job summary

Sense is seeking a Relief Support Worker to join our services in Sheffield. You will provide flexible support across a range of settings, improving the quality of life for disabled individuals with complex needs. The role offers varied shifts, DBS checks, and opportunities for development.

The position requires a caring, empathetic attitude and a willingness to attend training as needed to support you in your role. You will work in a dynamic team committed to inclusion and person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting people with complex needs.
• Willing to complete training as required.
• Positive, caring and empathetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist with everyday tasks such as cooking and cleaning.
• Support personal care and hygiene.
• Assist with finances and budgeting.
• Support medication management and wellbeing.
• Support individuals to access community activities and outings.
• Support social life and nightlife activities.

Skills

Caring

Empathetic

Positive attitude

Flexible

Job description

Relief support worker – Relief – Sheffield

ID: 328651

Job Specialism: Operations – North

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £13/hr

Closing Date: Thursday, 5th November 2026

Could you be a Sense Relief (Bank) Support Worker?

At Sense, we believe everyone should have the power, choice and control to live the life they choose. We work alongside disabled people with complex needs to break down barriers, drive change and create opportunities for everyone to take part in the things that matter to them.

We now have an opportunity for a Relief Support Worker to join our services in Tullibardine service, Sheffield, paying £13/hr.

Sense offers 24 hours support to individuals, 365 days a year. There will be a variety of shifts on offer including mornings, evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

As a Relief Support Worker you will have a choice of where and when you want to work, and will have the opportunity to gain a lot of experience by supporting individuals in a variety of different settings where no two days are the same.

Does this sound right for you?

We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who are:

• Positive, with a can-do attitude.
• Caring and empathetic.
• Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives.
• Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role.

This role might include supporting people with:

• Everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Personal care and hygiene.
• Finances.
• Medication and wellbeing.
• Working.
• Going into the community for shopping or other trips.
• Their social life and nightlife.

Working at Sense gives you a wide range of benefits including:

• Free DBS Check
• On-going development opportunities
• Flexible working and family friendly policies

About Sense

Sense is a leading disability charity here to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs. That’s why we’re committed to increasing the number of disabled people working across our organisation and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our vacancies and believe that a diverse range of perspectives, experiences and talents makes us stronger.

We know there’s always more we can do to become a truly inclusive employer, and we’re working together to achieve that. Join us and help create the change thousands of disabled people with complex needs and families told us they want to see: a world without limits.

If you need us to adjust our recruitment process to help you access our vacancies, then please get in touch with a member of the talent acquisition team. We are a Disability Confident Leader and commit to interviewing disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for a role.

More information can be found on our commitment as an employer.

Ready to make a difference?

Precise Location: Tullibardine Road Supported Living, , Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2AX, United Kingdom