Support Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Interview guarantee

Adjustments support

BSL videos

Competitive pay

Annual leave 30-35 days

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Health benefits

Shopping discounts

Career development

Bike-to-work

Season ticket loans

Holiday buy/sell

Refer-a-friend bonus

Disability Confident Leader

Job summary

Dimensions (UK) Ltd. is seeking a female Support Worker to join our team in Garboldisham, near the Norfolk-Suffolk border. This full-time role offers 37.5 hours per week, with potential to extend to 45 hours as needed.

You will support a sociable woman in her 30s, promoting independence, daily living skills, and a safe, comfortable home environment. You will assist with personal care, medication administration, meal planning and preparation, and household tasks, while encouraging hobbies and

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and own car.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care.
• Medication administration.
• Meal planning and preparation.
• Household tasks.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable home environment.
• Encourage hobbies and develop skills.
• Promote independence and choice.
• Work in partnership with family and colleagues.

Job description

We're looking for a female Support Worker to join our team in Garboldisham, on the Norfolk and Suffolk border. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week, option to extend weekly hours to 45, subject to business needs. paying You'll be supporting a friendly and sociable woman in her 30s who loves spending time with family, having a laugh, and making the most of every day. She enjoys cooking and baking (especially chocolate treats!), arts and crafts, swimming, bowling, listening to Heart FM, and getting out and about in her local community. As a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping her live the life she chooses, promoting independence, choice and control in all aspects of daily life. Your support will include assisting with personal care, medication administration, meal planning and preparation, household tasks, and maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment. You'll also encourage and support her to pursue her hobbies, build confidence and develop skills. These are core responsibilities of the Support Worker role. We're looking for someone who shares our values, can work in partnership with family members and colleagues, and is passionate about helping people achieve their goals and live fulfilling, independent lives. No two days are the same, but every day is an opportunity to make a difference, celebrate achievements, and support someone to live a life filled with choice. Shifts - 8:00am-10:00pm and 8:00pm-9:00pm. Support is provided as part of a team, with only a small period of lone working (8:00pm-9:00pm). The role includes working every other weekend.

You're caring, fun, and ready to help someone live their best life. You'll bring energy, patience, and a positive attitude, with the ability to explain things clearly and repeat when needed. A full UK driving licence and your own car are essential. If you're reliable and love making everyday matter, we'd love to hear from you.

At Dimensions, you'll find more than a job, you'll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Guided by our values of Ambition, Courage, Integrity, Partnership, and Respect, we create a workplace where your voice matters and your wellbeing is prioritised. Recognised as a Great Place to Work for seven years running, we'll give you the tools, training, and encouragement to make a real difference every day.,

• An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
• Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
• We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.
• 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.
  Competitive Pay - Attractive hourly rates and permanent contracts.
• Generous Annual Leave - 30 days (including bank holidays), rising to 35 days with service.
• Pension Scheme - Employer and employee contributions.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 confidential wellbeing support for you and your family.
• Health and Wellbeing Benefits - Access to Aviva Health, discounted health cash plans, and salary advance schemes.
• Shopping Discounts - Through Vivup and Blue Light Card for supermarkets, retail, and leisure.
• Career Development - Award-winning Aspire programme and Dimensions Academy for training and progression.
• Additional Perks - Bike-to-work scheme, season ticket loans, holiday buy/sell options, and refer-a-friend bonus (£500).
• Inclusive Culture - Disability Confident Leader status, reasonable adjustment support, and diversity initiatives.