Support Worker

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Shifnal; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary uplift for overtime you choose

Flexible shift patterns

30 days paid annual leave

Career progression

Learn to Drive scheme

Salary advance scheme

High Street discounts

Life Assurance and Pension

Industry training

Enhanced DBS paid for

Job summary

Dimensions is hiring a calm, positive Support Worker in Shifnal (TF11) to support two adults in their 30s with learning disabilities and autism. The role involves 30 hours per week with sleep-ins and alternate weekends, with a driver requirement for local travel.

You will provide 1:1 and shared support, helping individuals live independently and enjoy activities they love, across varied shifts. Full training is provided for this rewarding, active role.

Qualifications

• Experience is helpful but not essential — full training will be provided.
• Must have a full UK manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred support to promote independence and wellbeing.
• Providing personal care for one individual.
• Preparing meals and supporting healthy choices.
• Administering medication safely.
• Following SALT guidance for eating support.
• Supporting community activities, hobbies and days out.
• Encouraging confidence, choice and life skills.
• Building strong, positive relationships.

Skills

Calm

Patient

Approachable

Flexible

Driver

Job description

Dim/24074

£12.81 Per Hour

Shifnal

England, Shropshire, West Midlands

Part Time

Hours per week: 30.0

Closing Date: September 30, 2026

Support Worker – Shifnal (TF11)

Part Time – 30 hours per week + sleep-ins (alternate weekends) £12.81 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shift Driver Requirement: Full UK Manual Driving Licence

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.

Dimensions is proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work year after year.

“Being a support worker is a great opportunity, because you directly improve someone’s quality of life, empower their independence, and build trusting, meaningful relationships while growing personally and professionally.” – Current Support Worker

About the role

We’re looking for a calm, positive and proactive Support Worker to join our friendly team in Shifnal (TF11), supporting two adults in their 30s with learning disabilities and autism, with a potential third person joining in the future.

This is an active and varied role where you’ll build strong, consistent relationships and support individuals to live independently and enjoy the activities they love.

You’ll provide a mix of 1:1 and shared support, working flexibly across different shifts to meet individual needs.

Who you will be supporting

You’ll be supporting two individuals with very different, engaging lifestyles:

One person is highly active, enjoying long hikes, swimming, gym sessions and working independently at a local farm The other has a great sense of humour and enjoys horse riding, arts and crafts, cooking and exploring historical places such as the Black Country Museum and Blists Hill

Both individuals value consistency, trust and meaningful relationships, and your support will help them continue to live full and active lives.

What you will be doing

You’ll provide person-centred support that promotes independence and wellbeing, including:

• Supporting daily routines and independence


• Providing personal care (for one individual)


• Preparing meals and supporting healthy choices


• Administering medication safely


• Following SALT guidance for eating support


• Supporting community activities, hobbies and days out


• Encouraging confidence, choice and life skills


• Building strong, positive relationships

This is a great role for someone who enjoys variety and being active.

Shift patterns

This is a 30-hour role, worked flexibly across:

• Early shifts


• Late shifts


• Long days


• Sleep-ins


• Alternating weekends

Rotas are shared in advance to support a healthy work–life balance.

About you

You’ll be a great fit if you are:

• Calm, patient and approachable


• Positive, outgoing and encouraging


• Comfortable supporting a range of activities and routines


• Flexible and adaptable


• A confident manual driver


• Someone who enjoys being active and involved

Experience is helpful but not essential — full training will be provided.

Rewards that make a difference

• A competitive pay rate with uplift for overtime you choose to work


• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs


• 30 days’ paid annual leave (including public holidays – pro rata)


• Opportunities for career progression


• Supported Learn to Drive scheme (up to 30 lessons + tests paid for)


• Salary advance scheme – access up to 50% of earned pay before payday


• High Street discounts (retail, hospitality, entertainment, cinema etc.)


• Life Assurance and Company Pension


• Industry-leading training


• Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Use of AI in the recruitment process

AI can help you research and refine your application, but everything you submit should reflect your genuine skills and experience. Please ensure your application represents your own voice and abilities.

If you use assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to supporting you where we can. Please let us know in advance so we can ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.