Support Worker

SeeAbility; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Paid training & career development

Supportive team vibes

Stream pay access

Job summary

SeeAbility is looking for a dedicated Support Worker to help adults in a supported living setting in Shippon, Abingdon. You will assist with daily routines, outings, and day-to-day activities, while building strong, respectful relationships with the people we support.

The role requires a full UK manual driving licence, good spoken and written English, and eligibility to work in the UK. It offers stable hours, paid induction, and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Good spoken and written English.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• The right to live and work in the UK.
• A practical, active approach to work.
• A caring, positive and resilient mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines from morning to bedtime.
• Plan and participate in person-centred activities (walks, swimming, shopping, trips).
• Build trusted, respectful relationships to support confidence and wellbeing.
• Keep clear and accurate records.
• Work closely with colleagues and professionals.

Skills

Good spoken and written English

Full UK manual driving licence

Right to live and work in the UK

Practical, active approach to work

Caring, positive and resilient mindset

Job description

Support Worker - Make Every Day Matter!

Location: Shippon, Oxfordshire

Salary: £13.69 per hour (£26,695 per annum) plus benefits: paid induction; a paid sleep-in shift of £50, overtime paid over 37.5 contracted hours

Hours: 7.00 am – 3.00 pm, 2.00 pm – 10.00 pm (Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis. Please note, the shifts may vary due to the needs of the people we support)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent or Part-time (Weekend only) - Stability you can count on

Driving Licence: A valid driving license is required (Manual, UK)

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must already be authorised to work in the United Kingdom; SeeAbility is not able to provide new work authorisation.

Make a Real Difference

We are excited to welcome experienced Support Workers to join our supported living home in Shippon, Abingdon. If you’re someone who leads with empathy, champions quality of life, and believes in supporting people to live the lives they choose, while building genuine, trusted relationships, this could be the role for you.

What’s In It For You?

• Guaranteed hours–stability you can rely on
• Paid training & career development– grow your skills with us
• Supportive team vibes– you'll never be on your own
• Stream(formally Wagestream)--access your pay when you need it

Learn more about our benefits and recognition here: www.seeability.org/rewards-appreciation

Is This You?

• Do you stay calm when things take time?
• Can you explain information clearly and more than once if needed?
• Do you value routine, structure and helping others feel safe and confident?

This is a physical, hands-on role, and to success you'll have:

• Good spoken and written English
• A full UK manual driving licence
• The right to live and work in the UK
• A practical, active approach to work, with the ability to support people throughout the day
• A caring, positive and resilient mindset

If you genuinely care about people, we can teach you the rest.

How Will You Make a Difference?

As a Support Worker, you’ll help people live fuller, more independent lives by:

• Supporting daily routines from morning to bedtime
• Planning and enjoying person-centred activities - walks, swimming, shopping and trips out
• Building trusted, respectful relationships that support confidence and wellbeing
• Keeping clear and accurate records
• Working closely with colleagues and professionals

This is a role where building strong relationships is just as important as providing practical support.

Learn more about the role and watch our Day in the Life of a Support Worker video to bring it to life!

Who you will be Supporting?

James* lives in a single occupancy home which is purposely adapted to meet his complex needs. He loves going out to buy things, walks, drives and sightseeing at the local lakes. When he is not out and about enjoying himself, he usually likes being at home playing with toys, solving puzzles and baking yummy treats. James also loves resting at home while watching TV and listening to music.

*Please note, the real name has been changed to protect the individual's identity confidentiality.

You’ll be making a real impact with a person who have:

• Autism
• Learning disabilities
• Physical conditions
• Behaviours that challenge

If you’re compassionate, resilient, and ready to learn, this is your moment. It's hands-on, it's heart-led, and yes- it's brilliant.

Support Worker role profile

Our Benefits

Why Join us as a Support Worker

We don’t just offer jobs - we build careers and celebrate people.

www.seeability.org/rewards-appreciation

Safer Recruitment

SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All colleagues are expected to uphold this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including:

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (where appropriate)
• Identity, current address and right-to-work verification

• Health declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered

• Employment references relating to work with children or vulnerable adults

All checks are completed at SeeAbility's expense before a start date is confirmed.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

• We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including those with disabilities or who are neurodivergent.
• Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
• In exceptional circumstances, a genuine occupational requirement may apply under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1)

For this role, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.