Support Worker

Agincare; Chard Town; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £13.20 per hour

Refer a friend bonus (up to £1,000)

Full training and ongoing support

Blue Light Card discounts

Company pension

Supportive, values-led team

Calm, patient and caring approach with

A Full UK driving licence

12 months remaining on right to work

Job summary

Agincare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our Chard service in England. You will support individuals with learning disabilities to live independently, assist with personal care, and help plan activities tailored to their interests.

A full UK driving licence and a commitment to person-centred care are essential. We offer a competitive hourly rate up to £13.20, full training with funded progression to QCF Level 5, a pension, and a supportive, values-led team.

Qualifications

• Experience required in care or support roles.
• Full UK driving licence.
• At least 12 months remaining on right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support and personal care
• Encourage activities and meaningful experiences
• Support communication in a way that works for them
• Follow care plans and maintain accurate records
• Promote independence, safety, and wellbeing

Skills

Person-centred care

Team player

Communication

Driving licence

Right to work in UK

Job description

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Imagine a career where every day you help someone live a happier, more independent, and fulfilling life.

Join our Chard service as a Support Worker and you can help someone build confidence, independence and joy and enable them to thrive in their community.

Every day brings something different. Whether it's providing everyday support, enjoying a visit to the local pub, or joining someone on a holiday adventure, each activity is tailored to the individual's interests and aspirations. It's all about helping people make the most of life.

For your support, we offer:

• up to £13.20 per hour
• Refer a friend bonus (up to £1,000)
• Full training and ongoing support
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Company pension
• A supportive, values-led team
• A calm, patient and caring approach with the willingness to learn and build trust
• Experience required
• A team player who values consistency
• A Full UK driving licence
• At least 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK
• Excellent career development opportunities and fully funded training up to QCF Level 5

Who you’ll support

You’ll be supporting multiple individuals with learning disabilities at our Chard service to thrive and live as independently as possible. You’ll help with personal care and daily routines, while building meaningful, lasting connections. From supporting days out in the community to holidays and new experiences,

You’ll ensure their care is truly person-centred, respecting their choices, promoting their safety and helping them do the things they love most.

Your role:

• Provide person-centred support and personal care
• Encourage activities and meaningful experiences
• Support communication in a way that works for them
• Follow care plans and maintain accurate records
• Promote independence, safety, and wellbeing

This is more than a job; it’s about building a relationship and making a lasting difference in someone’s life.

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudlysupporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the country’s leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We arecommitted to creating aninclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences

If this particular role isn’t the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers