Support Worker

Sense; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Sheffield is looking for a compassionate Support Worker to assist individuals with sensory loss in their daily lives. No prior experience is needed as full training will be provided. The role involves supporting clients with everyday tasks, encouraging community participation, and offering personal care. This part-time position requires flexibility in shifts, a full UK driving licence, and a passion for making a difference in people's lives. This position promises rewarding challenges and excellent benefits.

Benefits

24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Matched pension contributions up to 5%

Free life assurance policy

Cashback and discounts on high street brands

Cycle to work scheme

Ongoing development opportunities

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Caring experience desirable.
• Knowledge of multi-sensory impairments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Support with personal care and hygiene.
• Facilitate community outings for individuals.
• Manage finances and medication.

Skills

Positive attitude

Caring and empathetic

Good communication

Flexibility with shifts

BSL skills

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Looking for a new challenge?

Work with Sense and make a real difference to the lives of the people we support and their families.

You don’t need any previous experience to become a Support Worker with Sense. We’ll give you full training for our roles.

You will join our amazing Supported Living team in Sheffield supporting individuals with sensory loss in their own home and with fun activities out in the community such as going to the cinema, bowling or walks in the park.

These are part‑time, permanent contracts, working 30 hours per week.

The shifts are varied over a 4‑week rota and include a mix of 8am‑4pm, 4pm‑10pm and 10pm‑8am, Monday‑Sunday. Flexibility is essential to support the valuable service we provide.

We are offering an hourly rate from £12.50 with enhanced rates for night shifts, overtime and annual pay reviews/rises.

A full manual UK licence and the willingness to drive a company vehicle is essential as we do to take the people we support to do activities outside of the home.

Please note, due to service needs the interviews for this role will be held at our site in Rotherham, and this role itself is based in Sheffield. If you have questions regarding the interview location, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Benefits

• 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance policy.
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops!).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Wisdom app – free access for all employees to mindfulness application.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free DBS check if your role needs one.
• A £350 refer‑a‑friend scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Free access to over 100 online and face‑to‑face training courses, including the care certificate.
• Ongoing development opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Positive, with a can‑do attitude.
• Caring, patient and empathetic.
• Good communicators and listeners.
• Have Right to work in the UK.
• Flexible with shifts – essential.
• Caring/Support Work experience desirable.
• A full UK driving licence is required for this role.
• BSL skills desirable.
• Knowledge of multi‑sensory impairments/learning difficulties is desirable.
• Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives.
• Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role.
• No two days will be the same.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Personal care and hygiene.
• Finances.
• Medication and wellbeing.
• Going into the community for shopping or other trips.
• Their social life and nightlife.

This role may include regular sleep‑in shifts paid at £50 a night (This means sleeping over at the residence, with the possibility you might have to wake up to provide care in the night).

About Sense

We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

Application Process

Ready to make a difference? To apply please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 393 4529 or [e-mail].

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from under‑represented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone’s contribution is valued and we ensure they’re given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.

For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/