Support Worker

Dimensions (UK) Ltd.; Bayston Hill; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave (pro rata)

Company pension

Life assurance

Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Learn to drive scheme

Salary advance scheme

High street discounts

Overtime pay uplift

Job summary

Dimensions (UK) Ltd. in Shrewsbury is hiring a dedicated Support Worker to assist two gentlemen with learning disabilities, autism, and dysphasia. The role involves assisting with personal care, mobility, meals, and medications, while using additional communication methods to support understanding.

Applicants should be empathetic, patient, and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A full UK driving licence is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous support experience is preferred.
• Experience with learning disabilities, autism or dysphasia is beneficial.
• Able to work lone and with complex communication needs.

Responsibilities

• Support one gentleman with personal care.
• Assist mobility needs.
• Support with eating and drinking and meal preparation.
• Administering medication.
• Support communication using signs and other methods.
• Help people to do things important to them.
• Collaborate with families and colleagues for consistent support.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Problem solving

Initiative

Driving licence

Job description

We're looking for a caring, proactive and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our team in Shrewsbury (SY3), supporting two gentlemen in their 60s and 70s with learning disabilities, autism and dysphasia.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting one gentleman with personal care
• Supporting mobility needs
• Supporting one gentleman with eating and drinking
• Meal preparation
• Administering medication
• Supporting communication using additional signs
• Supporting people to do the things that matter to them
• Working closely with families and colleagues to provide consistent support

One gentleman communicates without words but understands spoken English well and uses additional signs of communication. Building strong communication and understanding individual preferences is an important part of this role.

Previous support experience is preferred as the role includes lone working and supporting people with complex communication needs.

About the role

At Dimensions, you'll find more than a job - you'll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. Together, we make a real difference - for the people we support and for you. Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work for 2026 - our eighth consecutive year of recognition.

"Loved the way the job role on some days doesn't feel like work at all!" - Current Support Worker

Personal qualities we're looking for

• Empathetic, caring and patient
• Confident using your initiative and identifying when support is needed
• Outgoing with a positive and bubbly personality
• A strong communicator who is willing to learn different ways people communicate
• Observant and able to recognise additional signs of communication
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and willing to work across nearby support settings
• A driver with a full UK driving licence (automatic licence accepted)

Additional information

• As Disability Confident Leaders , we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees
• As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.
• 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.
• 10:00am - 4:00pm the following day (includes a sleep-in shift)
• 10:00pm - 8:00am sleep-in (£50 paid to sleep)
• Additional 2:1 hours are worked across the week to meet the needs of the people we support
• Rotas are provided in advance to support planning and work-life balance.
• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
• 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays - pro rata)
• Opportunities for career progression
• Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
• High Street Discounts - Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Industry leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us