Support Worker

Dimensions; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime uplift

Annual leave 30 days

Learn to Drive scheme

Salary advance

Discounts

Job summary

Dimensions is seeking a patient, compassionate Support Worker to join our Shrewsbury team (SY5). You will assist two young men with autism, Down syndrome and learning disabilities with daily routines, meals, transport, and community activities, while promoting their independence.

A full UK driving licence and flexibility with shifts are essential. The role offers part-time hours (30/week) with sleep-ins and enhanced pay for overtime.)

Qualifications

• Confident communicator with people and families.
• Patient, observant and person-centred approach.
• Interest in learning Makaton and using it in care.
• Reliable, adaptable and willing to learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support with daily routines and meals.
• Assist with medication administration and community activities.
• Support independence and goal achievement for two service users.
• Balance activity with respecting quiet time and personal space.

Skills

Confident communicator

Patient

Observant

Makaton interest

Relationship building

Reliable

Adaptable

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Support Worker – Shrewsbury (SY5)

Part Time – 30hours per week
£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.

Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work for 2026 — our eighth consecutive year of recognition.Dimensions has also been recognised as one of the UK's Top 25 Best Workplaces for Wellbeing among Super Large Organisations, reflecting our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.

"Love seeing small differences make big changes."
– Current Support Worker

About the role

We're looking for a patient, adaptable and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our team in Shrewsbury (SY5), supporting two gentlemen in their 20s with autism, Down syndrome and learning disabilities.

The gentlemen live together in a bungalow and lead busy, active lives. They enjoy getting out and about, spending time with family and taking part in activities that matter to them, while also valuing their own independence and downtime.

Their interests include:

• Cinema trips and community outings
• Day trips, including visits to attractions such as Sea Life Centres
• Friday night discos
• Dance groups and social activities
• Travelling and exploring new places
• Spending time with family and friends

One gentleman communicates using limited speech and Makaton, while both are friendly, sociable and enjoy getting to know the people who support them. They can become overstimulated at times, so recognising when they need quiet time and personal space is an important part of the role.

You’ll provide person-centred support with daily routines, meal preparation, medication administration and accessing community activities, helping both individuals maintain their independence and achieve their goals.

Shifts are flexible around activities and include:

• Day shifts between 7:00am – 10:00pm
• Sleep‑ins: 10:00pm – 7:00am (£50 paid to sleep)
• Alternate weekends
• 1-2 sleep‑ins per week

About you

You’ll be a great fit if you’re:

• A confident and positive communicator
• Patient, observant and person‑centred
• Interested in learning Makaton
• Able to balance being outgoing with knowing when people need space
• Skilled at building relationships with families and professionals
• Someone with a good sense of humour
• Reliable, adaptable and willing to learn
• A manual driver with a full UK driving licence

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

Rewards that make a difference

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
• 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays – pro rata)
• Opportunities for career progression
• Supported ‘Learn to Drive’ scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
• High Street Discounts – Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, 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.