Support Worker

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

Job summary

A social care organization in Rufforth is seeking a passionate and experienced SUPPORT WORKER to support a young man with complex needs. The role is part-time with a pay rate of £13.54 per hour. Responsibilities include developing independent living skills and managing medication. Candidates must have a full UK driving license. The organization values respect, inclusion, and personal growth, offering a supportive team environment. Applicants are encouraged to apply if they share these values.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
• Ability to support individuals with complex behavioral needs.
• Flexible to work on a rota basis including weekdays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support a young man with complex needs.
• Build and develop independent living skills.
• Manage medication safely and effectively.
• Encourage participation in education and leisure activities.

Skills

Compassion

Experience supporting complex needs

Patience

Confidence

Job description

Fantastic opportunity for a fun, energetic and optimistic SUPPORT WORKER to join our friendly team!

Competitive pay rate - £13.54 per hour.

Part Time contract (24hrs) or Relief (Bank)

Based in the village of Rufforth - easily commutable from York, Harrogate and Leeds

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential, but we'll pay your mileage to and from work if you get a business insurance!

Who will I be supporting?

You’ll be supporting a young man with complex needs to live his best life — his way.

He lives independently in the beautiful village of Rufforth, where he enjoys staying active through walking, cycling, and swimming. He shares his home with his much-loved support dog, who’s always ready for cuddles! He also enjoys listening to music, going to the cinema, and spending quality time with his family.

We’re looking for someone patient, caring, and confident, with experience supporting people with complex behavioural needs, to join his close-knit team.

What will I be doing?

• Build and develop independent living skills
• Take part in everyday activities like shopping, cooking, cleaning, and laundry
• Manage his medication safely and effectively
• Explore opportunities in education, employment, and leisure
• Live life to the fullest, with encouragement and compassion every step of the way

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to empower someone to live a fulfilling, independent life, surrounded by people who care. You’ll be part of a supportive and dedicated team that values respect, inclusion, and personal growth.

If you’re compassionate, experienced, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

What are the shifts?

• We are recruiting for Day shifts, 7:30am - 7pm
• We’re looking for people with flexibility to work on a rota basis that includes a combination of these shifts across weekdays and weekends
• Rotas are provided at least 4 weeks in advance to support a healthy work life balance - something we're very passionate about!

Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme 2025 - 7 years in a row!

About you

We believe anyone has the potential be a great support worker, no matter your background, as long as you share our values; respect, partnership, courage, ambition and integrity – that’s why we recruit based on values and not skills or experience. For more information on our values based recruitment click here.

Your rewards

A full list of rewards can be found in the job description attached.

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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 recognize our commitment towards the employment, retention, training, and career development of disabled employees. 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. We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

Salary / Benefits: £13.54 Per Hour