Support Worker

Consensus Support Services Ltd; Lyminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in England is seeking a Support Worker to empower individuals with learning disabilities and autism. This role involves engaging people in meaningful activities, supporting their social interactions, and ensuring effective communication. Ideal candidates should be committed to kindness and creativity in their approach. The position offers a salary of £12.51‑£12.81 per hour with opportunities for training and progression. Join us to make a real difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Clear opportunities for progression

Training and qualifications

Life Assurance

Wage streaming

Retail discounts

Confidential counselling

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate appropriately with individuals.
• Commitment to supporting people in daily activities.
• Kindness and creativity in interactions.

Responsibilities

• Empower individuals to engage in meaningful activities.
• Support during community and leisure activities.
• Assist individuals in effective communication.

Job description

About Consensus

Consensus is a community dedicated to empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you want a career where you can make a meaningful difference, this may be the job for you.

Job Role

Support Worker at Daisy Meadows, BN17 7PD. Salary £12.51‑£12.81 per hour. Rotational shifts, 37.5 hours per week.

Benefits

• Career Ladder: Clear opportunities for future progression.
• Learning & Development: Training and qualifications to reach full potential.
• Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary; Wage streaming with Wagestream; Discounts from over 150 retailers.
• Health & Wellbeing: Confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support, Employee Assistance Programme.

Your Role

• Support people to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities, empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences.
• Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions.
• Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs, and help people to communicate effectively with others.

Your Service

Daisy Meadows is a newly developed specialist Supported Living service in Littlehampton. It offers six self‑contained apartments, including three accessible ground‑floor apartments – each with a separate lounge, kitchen and bedroom, with an en‑suite bathroom. There is a large shared garden for people to enjoy lawn games and barbecues in the warm summers of West Sussex.

Your Values

• We will always act with kindness.
• Stay committed to the people who rely on us.
• Embrace creativity in the way we work and grow.

Next Steps

Once you’ve applied, our dedicated in‑house recruitment team will call to share more about the role. The next step will be an interview in the service, where you’ll meet the team and the people we support. If successful, we’ll organise your Free DBS Check and references prior to confirming your start date. Your journey will then begin with a 3‑day online induction, before heading to the service to get started.

Legal EEO Statement

At Consensus, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, colour, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.