Support Worker

Nightingale Hammerson; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading social care provider in Haverhill seeks dedicated Support Workers to help individuals live independently. The role involves providing 1:1 and 2:1 support for daily activities, personal care, and social events. Ideal candidates will have a passion for supporting others and be flexible in their schedules. This position offers competitive pay, generous leave, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary with overtime enhancements

30 days of annual leave

Generous sick pay and pension contributions

Paid training and bonuses for certifications

Career progression opportunities

Salary advance scheme

Bonus for referring a friend

Free Employee Assistance Program

Health cash plan and life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a support role is preferred.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts.
• Ability to work with a range of interests and needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to individuals in supported living flats.
• Assist with meal planning, shopping, and cooking.
• Support individuals in attending social events and personal care.

Skills

Flexibility

Passion for supporting others

Ability to encourage independence

Job description

Start your social care career with Dimensions by joining our ambitious team.

• Haverhill, CB9
• £12.43 per hour
• 22.5 hours per week / Part Time

Shifts - 7am-2pm, 2pm-9pm and 7am-9pm. You will be required to work alternative weekends.

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in people's lives, every single day? Do you want to be part of a team, supporting a group of individuals to live independently and enjoy all the things they love? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

We are currently recruiting for Support Workers to join our team in Haverhill, where no two days are ever the same! In this role, you will provide support across 8 adults aged between 30 and 80. You will be supporting people to live their best lives, encouraging their independence, and ensuring they have opportunities to enjoy their hobbies, interests, and social events.

The Role

You will support a group of 8 individuals to live independently in their own supported living flats. Your role will involve providing 1:1 support and, at times, 2:1 support when supporting people with things that are important to them. We are looking for someone flexible who can support with a wide range of interests and routines, from medical appointments and family visits to social outings and day trips.

• Helping individuals with trips to the zoo, local parks, the sensory room, town visits, or going out for long walks. You will also be involved in taking people to church on Saturdays or even planning holidays!
• Some people may need support attending social events like discos or community celebrations, while others may need help with visiting friends or family. You will be there to drop them off, stay involved, and pick them up after the event.
• Supporting with meal planning, shopping, and cooking, ensuring the meals are nutritious and tailored to individual preferences.
• Assisting with a range of personal care, from prompting to full support, depending on the person’s needs.
• Supporting the safe administration of medication, including oral medication.

This is a role which requires your flexibility, with shifts ranging from 7am–2pm, 2pm–9pm and weekends.

Who We are Looking For

We are looking for dedicated individuals who are passionate about supporting others to achieve their goals and live as independently as possible. Ideally, you will be local to the Haverhill area and able to work flexibly across all eight flats.

Why You will Love This Role:

• Competitive salary with overtime enhancements (+10%).
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with service.
• Generous sick pay and pension contributions.
• Paid training, with financial bonuses for certifications.
• Career progression with our ‘promote from within’ culture.
• Discounts on shopping, days out, and Vodafone tariffs.
• Salary advance scheme—access pay before payday.
• £500 bonus for referring a friend who joins us.
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• Health cash plan and life assurance for peace of mind.

Other essential information:

• Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are filled.
• An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
• We welcome applications from everyone with 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.
• 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 if you require adjustments.
• British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all our recruitment communications.

Salary / Benefits:£12.43 Per Hour