Support Worker

Dimensions; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with overtime uplift

30 days Annual Leave

Career progression

Salary advance scheme

High Street Discounts

Life Assurance and Company Pension

Industry leading training

Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Job summary

Dimensions is hiring a full-time Support Worker in Luton to assist a gentleman in his late thirties who lives independently. You will support daily living, including medication, meals and personal care, with a person-centred approach that promotes independence.

Flexibility is essential; shifts include 7:30am–10:00pm and 10:00am–7:00pm, with regular weekend work. You will collaborate with family and external partners while maintaining professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with autism and sensory-based support.
• Ability to use person-centred approaches to develop skills and independence.
• Effective communication and ability to build positive professional relationships.
• Ability to manage challenging or sensitive conversations professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with all aspects of daily living, including medication, meal planning and personal hygiene.
• Support is centred around encouragement, guidance and respectful oversight to promote independence.
• Work closely with family and external partners, maintaining professional boundaries.

Job description

About Dimensions

At Dimensions, you'll find more than a job - You'll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. Together, we make a real difference - for the people we support and for you. Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work for 2026— our eighthconsecutive year of recognition.

About the role.

• Support Worker
• Full time – 37.5 hours per week
• Luton, Bedfordshire
• Full UK Manual driving licence essential.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Support Worker to join our established team in Luton, supporting a gentleman in his late thirties who lives independently in his own home.

He loves being out and about, staying active, and engaging in hobbies that bring him enjoyment and support his independence. His week might include going for drives in his mobility vehicle, visiting local parks, enjoying meals out, bus rides, or simply spending time exploring new experiences and interests. He is sensory focused and benefits from support that encourages him to develop skills, try new things at his own pace, and maintain his independence.

You will provide support with all aspects of daily living, including medication, meal planning, and personal hygiene. His support is centred around encouragement, guidance, and respectful oversight rather than hands on assistance.

This role also involves working closely with family members and external partnerships. Building trust, maintaining professional boundaries, and communicating openly and respectfully are key to providing the best possible support. We are looking for someone who can confidently balance the needs of the person we support while maintaining positive relationships with both family members and colleagues.

Shift pattern- This is a full-time position and flexibility is essential. Shifts include: 7:30am to 10:00pm and 10:00am to 7:00pm. We are looking for someone who can work majority of shifts across Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, so the successful candidate must be willing to work weekends on a regular basis.

About you

We are particularly interested in hearing from colleagues who have:

• A good understanding of autism and sensory based support.
• Experience supporting people who may display behaviours of distress.
• Experience using person-centred approaches to develop skills and independence.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to build positive professional relationships.
• The ability to manage challenging or sensitive conversations professionally and respectfully.
• SKIP training or relevant experience would be advantageous.

Rewards that make a difference

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
• 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays – pro rata)
• Opportunities for career progression
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
• High Street Discounts – Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Industry leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us

An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.

We welcome applications from everyone who has 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 - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees

Use of AI in the recruitment process:

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