Support Worker

Black Country Housing Group; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced weekend pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Attendance reward

Life assurance

Contributory pension

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Black Country Housing Group in Brockmoor, Brierly Hill is seeking a part-time Support Worker to assist adults with complex support needs. The role includes personal care, daily living tasks, and helping tenants build self-esteem.

Scheduled for 14 hours per week with weekend work, based in our community services. The ideal applicant will have a driving licence, relevant experience with learning disabilities, and a commitment to completing relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• A full driving licence and the ability to drive.
• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities.
• Experience of maintaining budgets and handling money.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or willing to work towards.
• Knowledge of the needs and requirements of those with learning disabilities.
• Knowledge of the rights of people with learning disabilities and how these can be promoted.
• Understanding of the Supporting People and Quality Assessment Framework.
• Desirable: Previous experience working for a not for profit/charitable organisation.

Responsibilities

• To develop a professional relationship with Tenants and help them to develop a sense of identity and self-esteem.
• To assist Tenants with personal hygiene and care as necessary.
• To assist with all domestic duties for tenants as necessary.
• To escort tenants to and from outside activities when necessary or required.
• To be aware at all times of tenants’ individual needs and assist in developing appropriate care and support plans to meet these needs.
• To ensure any concerns relating to tenants or issues raised by tenants are reported without delay to senior staff.
• To record and maintain accurate and timely information with regards to medication, care, and daily events.
• To undertake any sleep-in or waking night duties.

Skills

Driving licence

Experience with learning disabilities

Budget management

Learning disabilities knowledge

Rights of people with learning disabil

Quality framework understanding

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Contract: Part Time - 14 hours to include weekends

Location: Brockmoor, Brierly Hill

Hourly Pay: £13.12 per hour

Overview: Are you someone who loves to make a difference to the lives of others and would love to join a values based organisation? If so, then we would love to hear from you!

We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to support the provision of our service where we support adults with complex support needs, with opportunities to join the team on a permanent basis, either full time or part time.

Please note that if you require visa sponsorship, then we will be unable to accept your application on this occasion.

Job Description:

• To develop a professional relationship with Tenants and help them to develop a sense of identity and self-esteem.
• To assist Tenants with personal hygiene and care as necessary.
• To assist with all domestic duties for tenants as necessary.
• To escort tenants to and from outside activities when necessary or required.
• To be aware at all times of tenants’ individual needs and assist in developing appropriate care and support plans to meet these needs.
• To ensure any concerns relating to tenants or issues raised by tenants are reported without delay to senior staff.
• To record and maintain accurate and timely information with regards to medication, care, and daily events.
• To undertake any sleep-in or waking night duties.

Person Specification:

Essential

A full driving licence and the ability to drive

Experience of working with people with learning disabilities.

Experience of maintaining budgets and handling money.

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or willing to work towards.

Knowledge of the needs and requirements of those with learning disabilities.

Knowledge of the rights of people with learning disabilities and how these can be promoted.

Understanding of the Supporting People and Quality Assessment Framework.

Desirable

Previous experience working for a not for profit/charitable organisation.

Benefits:

• Enhanced weekend and bank holiday pay.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides free, confidential support in health, wellbeing, financial and legal matters.
• Staff recognition scheme and 100% annual attendance reward.
• Enrolment into a life assurance programme and access to an attractive contributory pension scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities to support your continuous professional development.

About us:

With over 2,200 homes across the Black Country and Birmingham, as well as a purpose-built residential care home and supported living and retirement living schemes, we are deeply committed to supporting our local communities. Through our career development, training, and employment services, we help individuals achieve their aspirations.

Since our founding in 1974, we’ve significantly expanded both the number of homes we manage and the range of housing-related services we provide. Each year, we positively impact the lives of thousands of customers.

At Black Country Housing Group, our values are more than just words—they shape the way we operate and how our colleagues interact daily. We’re dedicated to the growth and well-being of our team, earning Gold recognition from Investors in People.

Equal Opportunities and Diversity:

As a Disability Confident Employer, we continuously strive to create a more inclusive workplace. We are proud to promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those of different ages, disabilities, genders, sexual orientations, races, religions, and marital statuses.

Closing Date: 9th November 2026

Please note that we reserve the right to close the advert earlier than the stated closing date where we receive a high volume of applications.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, or require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please get in touch with our HR team via [e-mail] who will be happy to assist.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme