Support Worker

Walsingham Support; Bushey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable support organization in Bushey is seeking a Support Worker to provide high-quality care for individuals with disabilities. The role involves assisting with daily living tasks, maintaining a supportive environment, and engaging with clients. Training is provided, making this a great opportunity for those passionate about making a difference. Benefits include flexible hours, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Double pay on bank holidays

Paid Enhanced DBS

Support for career development

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training is provided.
• Ability to deliver person-centred care.
• Capacity to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist service users with daily living tasks.
• Provide emotional support and promote social interaction.
• Maintain a clean and well-kept environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

As a valued member of our team, each Support Worker helps deliver the quality of life people with disabilities deserve. The support worker will assist service users to reach their full potential, ensure care is high quality and person-centred, and help tailor care to individual needs based on their lifestyle. They will work from a care plan to provide day-to-day living support, which may include personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, emotional support, social interaction and attending activities in the community.

Walsingham World is built on doing good, being the best place to work, and supporting the people in our services. We do the right thing because it’s the right thing to do for our team and for the people we support.

This is not a boring gig—we are changing lives with care.

Responsibilities

• Support workers help deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to the needs of each individual.
• Work from a care plan to assist with day-to-day living tasks, including personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, emotional support, social interaction and community activity visits.
• Maintain a high-quality and well-maintained environment for those we support.

About Walsingham Support

Walsingham Support has been operating across England and Wales since 1986. We enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism and other complex needs. We pride ourselves on putting the people we support at the centre of everything we do, delivering specifically tailored support for every individual. We build genuine relationships with the people you care for. Prior experience is not required; training is provided.

Interview Process

We believe in an accessible and fair recruitment process. As part of your interview preparation, we will provide the interview questions in advance so you can feel confident and ready to showcase your skills and passion.

Values

• PEOPLE FOCUSED: We strive for people to live their best lives, whether staff or the people we support.
• ONE TEAM: Achieving meaningful outcomes by creating a friendly, proactive and inclusive culture.
• SAY IT AS IT IS: Every voice is heard and respected; we encourage open and transparent communication.
• AMBITION: Determined to be the best in everything we do.
• SENSE OF PURPOSE: Working for a charity can be personally fulfilling because it aligns with your values.
• SOCIAL IMPACT: Contributing to positive social change and improving lives.
• DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT: Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• SKILL DEVELOPMENT: Opportunities to develop a wide range of skills and grow professionally.
• COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: Direct engagement with beneficiaries, volunteers and partners.
• FLEXIBILITY AND PASSION-DRIVEN WORK: A flexible environment that recognises commitment.
• POSITIVE WORKPLACE CULTURE: A collaborative environment with a common goal.

Benefits and Perks

• Favourable working hours, including part-time roles and bank positions.
• 28 days annual leave (20 days + 8 bank holidays), rising up to 38 days with length of service.
• Double pay on bank holidays.
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Pension scheme contributions
• Support for career development and professional qualifications through apprenticeship offers
• Life assurance equal to three times salary
• Bereavement helpline
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme with discounts on everyday items
• Extensive training and continuing professional development opportunities
• Long service awards
• Recommend a friend bonus
• Access to Blue Light Card savings