Support Worker

East Sussex County Council; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Eastbourne seeks compassionate Support Workers to assist individuals with learning disabilities in their daily activities. You will help promote independence, facilitate social interactions, and provide emotional support. The position is part-time, requiring 30 hours per week, with a salary range of £21,072 to £21,407 annually. Previous experience is not essential, but a positive attitude and dedication to making a difference are crucial.

Benefits

Vocational training through apprenticeships

Diverse range of benefits

Responsibilities

• Support people with timetabled activities to promote friendships.
• Aid in teaching independence skills.
• Assist clients with personal hygiene and emotional support.

Skills

Positive attitude towards the rights of people with learning disabilities

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Self-motivated

Commitment to providing support

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Level 1 in Maths and English or ability to pass assessment

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to make a real, positive impact on another person’s life and committed to supporting people with a learning disability to get the most out of life? If you do, then a role as Support Worker at Linden Court day service, may just be what you are looking for. No previous experience is needed, just a desire to make a difference. You will be vital to our team who provide support to adults with a learning disability within our day service in Eastbourne. Your work will have a real and positive impact on the lives of the people who attend the service and in return we can offer you a rewarding and fulfilling career.

As a Support Worker, you will support people with timetabled activities to promote friendships, teach independence skills and involve people in their local community. Our team of Support Workers provide a service to clients from 8.30am to 7pm, four days a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays on a rota basis and you will be able to bring your own skills and interest into the activities the service offers. This role includes supporting groups of people within the service and in the community to participate in learning, health and wellbeing activities on a planned basis. As a Support Worker, within Day Services, you can make a real difference to a person’s day by providing practical assistance to clients by helping them make friends and develop social networks along with tasks such as support when eating or maintaining a standard of personal hygiene. You will also be there to provide emotional support to promote client’s health and mental wellbeing.

This role is for 30 hrs per week and so the salary will be paid on a pro rata basis. The actual salary therefore is £21,072 to £21,407 per annum or £13.50 to £13.72 per hour.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who

• Have a positive attitude towards the rights of people with learning disabilities.
• Have communication and organisational skills
• Are self-motivated
• Are committed to providing support
• Willing to undertake training required to complete the role
• Have an ethos of working together.

Within your application and at interview, you will be able to confidently demonstrate:

• The values you bring
• How you provide support respectively and sensitively.
• Have patience and understanding when providing support.
• How you record information accurately

You Will Also Need To Have The Following Qualifications

• Level 1 in Maths and English or ability to pass assessment as part of the selection process

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

To apply for this role please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button. When completing your application be sure to address how you meet all the essential criteria in the person specification. For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page.

Please download the Job Description & Person Specification for more information.

Interviews will take place in person on Friday 21 November 2025 at Linden Court Day Service, Birch Close, Eastbourne BN23 6PE. Interviews will include client involvement, a workplace assessment and meeting with managers of the service.

Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.

Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training.

The most rewarding part of this role is being part of making a difference to the life of a person with a learning disability. Where you can see how people grow and develop and achieve their full potential.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Mark Rix, Service Manager at [e-mail] to request a MS teams call or phone call.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

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Additional Information

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.