Support Worker

Leonard Cheshire; Nailsea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care service provider in Nailsea is looking for a dedicated individual to support disabled adults in daily living tasks such as personal care and medication management. The role includes flexible working hours with a mix of short and long shifts, and offers comprehensive training for all applicants, whether experienced or new to care. The ideal candidate will have a warm and empathetic approach, strong teamwork skills, and a genuine desire to make a positive difference in the community.

Benefits

28 days holiday per annum

Access to pay before payday

Free Blue Light Card

Contributory Pension Scheme

Health cash plan

Career development opportunities

Free DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care is helpful but not essential.
• Desire to help others and make a difference is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Support with daily living tasks such as personal care and medication.
• Encourage independence through a person-centred approach.
• Accompany people to appointments and community activities.
• Keep clear, accurate records.

Skills

Warm, friendly, and empathetic approach

Good communication and teamwork skills

Willingness to work flexibly

Job description

Overview

£12.82 per hour | Full time | Bennett Court

Make a meaningful difference supporting disabled adults in 12 modern, self-contained flats. You’ll provide personal care, help with appointments, medication, daily living skills, budgeting, and support people to enjoy activities and access the local community. With a welcoming, accessible environment across three floors, it’s a rewarding role where you can truly empower others to live independently.

A home, not just a service

Bennett Court in Nailsea offers supported living for up to 12 adults with learning disabilities. Leonard Cheshire provides high-quality person-centred care and helps people build crucial independent living skills.

What you’ll do

• Support with daily living tasks such as personal care, mealtimes, and medication
• Encourage independence through a person-centred approach
• Accompany people to appointments, events, and community activities
• Keep clear, accurate records
• Most importantly – help each person live life on their own terms
• No previous care experience? No problem – we’ll give you all the training you need.

Working hours and shifts

• You’ll need to be flexible as the role includes split shifts, long shifts and weekends as part of a rota.
• Typical shifts may include:
  • Short shifts: 7am - 9am and 4pm to 10pm - (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
  • Long shifts: 7am/8am - 9pm/10pm (Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday)

What helps you shine here

• Warm, friendly, and empathetic approach
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Personal care experience (helpful, but not essential)
• A genuine desire to help others and make a difference
• Whether you’re experienced or brand new to care, our comprehensive induction and training will help you thrive.

Benefits and pay enhancements

• 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 day every year up to 33 days)
• Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy exclusive discounts and perks
• Contributory Pension Scheme with competitive life cover
• Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare when you need it
• Career development: Apprenticeships and recognised qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support
• Enhanced pay: £1.00 per hour will apply to weekend working only (8pm Friday to 7am Monday). This does not apply to Sleep-Ins.

About Leonard Cheshire

We’re one of the UK’s highest-rated providers of care and supported living services – with 87% of our services rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by regulators. For over 75 years, we’ve been supporting disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible. We provide specialist support across residential care, supported living, and respite services for people with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, sensory impairments, and learning disabilities. Our goal is simple: to create welcoming, safe, and empowering spaces that feel like home – giving people real choice and control over their lives.

Ready to apply?

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments wherever possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post, and references will be obtained for all roles.