Support worker

Sense; Stanmer; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days of annual leave

Matched pension contributions up to 5%

Free life assurance policy

Cashback and discounts on high street

Cycle to work scheme

Travel season ticket loans

Enhanced sick pay

Free DBS check

Refer-a-friend scheme

Training courses

Wisdom App

Job summary

Sense is hiring a compassionate support worker for our residential service in LN11 9AN, near Louth, Lincolnshire. We support people with sensory loss and learning disabilities, some non-verbal, to live the lives they choose and take part in their communities.

No prior experience is required. What matters are your values, willingness to learn and a respectful, person-centred approach. We offer permanent roles, full-time and part-time hours, and a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Believes disabled people should have the same opportunities, choices and control over their lives as everyone else.
• Is compassionate, patient, respectful and a good listener.
• Recognises that everyone communicates differently and is willing to adapt their approach.
• Enjoys getting to know people, understanding their interests and supporting them to do the things they love.
• Can work positively as part of a team and build trusting relationships.
• Is committed to promoting inclusion, independence and person-centred support.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support that reflects each person's individual needs, preferences and aspirations.
• Support people to make informed choices and have greater control over their daily lives.
• Build meaningful relationships, taking time to understand each person's communication preferences, interests and what matters most to them.
• Work alongside people to identify and remove barriers that may prevent them from fully taking part in everyday life.
• Support people to enjoy their interests, maintain relationships, try new experiences and spend time in their communities.
• Support people to get to appointments, take part in activities and enjoy trips and outings of their choice.
• Encourage independence while recognising and respecting each person's individual support needs and decisions.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and others involved in each person's support to promote consistency, dignity and wellbeing.

Job description

Help break down barriers and support people to live the lives they choose.

At Sense, we believe everyone should have the power, choice and control to live the life they choose. We work alongside disabled people with complex needs to break down barriers, drive change and create opportunities for everyone to take part in the things that matter to them. We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed support worker to join our residential service in Louth, Lincolnshire, which is rated Good by CQC.

We have two permanent positions available, one full time at 37.5 hours per week and one part time at 30 hours per week. Early shifts start at 7am and late shifts finish at 10pm, and you'll work every other weekend. Regular sleep ins may also be included, paid at £50 per night, and you may need to wake to provide support.

Please note: if you live outside of Louth, you will need access to your own vehicle for early and late shifts as public transport in the area is very limited.

Support worker

Company: Sense Salary: from £13 an hour Hours: Part-time Location: LN11 9AN Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 28 Oct 2026 Closing date: 11 Nov 2026

About the people you will support

Our service is home to people with sensory loss and learning disabilities, some of whom don’t use speech to communicate and may display behaviours that challenge. Support can include everyday tasks, personal care, managing finances and medication, shopping trips, appointments and social activities, and the role involves a good amount of lone working. Each person has their own personality, interests, ambitions, preferences and support needs.

What you will be doing

• Provide person-centred support that reflects each person's individual needs, preferences and aspirations.
• Support people to make informed choices and have greater control over their daily lives.
• Build meaningful relationships, taking time to understand each person's communication preferences, interests and what matters most to them.
• Work alongside people to identify and remove barriers that may prevent them from fully taking part in everyday life.
• Support people to enjoy their interests, maintain relationships, try new experiences and spend time in their communities.
• Support people to get to appointments, take part in activities and enjoy trips and outings of their choice.
• Encourage independence while recognising and respecting each person's individual support needs and decisions.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and others involved in each person's support to promote consistency, dignity and wellbeing.

What we are looking for

You don't need previous experience in a support role to join us. What matters most is your values, your willingness to learn and your commitment to treating people with dignity and respect.

Although previous experience is not essential, experience of supporting disabled people with sensory conditions and complex needs would be beneficial.

We are looking for someone who:

• Believes disabled people should have the same opportunities, choices and control over their lives as everyone else.
• Is compassionate, patient, respectful and a good listener.
• Recognises that everyone communicates differently and is willing to adapt their approach.
• Enjoys getting to know people, understanding their interests and supporting them to do the things they love.
• Can work positively as part of a team and build trusting relationships.
• Is committed to promoting inclusion, independence and person-centred support.

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, including 10% off at Sense charity shops.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free DBS check if your role requires one.
• A £350 refer-a-friend scheme.
• Free access to over 100 online and face-to-face training courses, including the Care Certificate.
• Free access to the Wisdom App, supporting mindfulness and wellbeing.

About working at Sense

Sense is a leading disability charity here to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs. That's why we're committed to increasing the number of disabled people working across our organisation and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our vacancies and believe that a diverse range of perspectives, experiences and talents makes us stronger.

We know there's always more we can do to become a truly inclusive employer, and we're working together to achieve that. Join us and help create the change thousands of disabled people with complex needs and families told us they want to see: a world without limits.

If you need us to adjust our recruitment process to help you access our vacancies, then please get in touch with a member of the talent acquisition team. We are a Disability Confident Leader and commit to interviewing disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for a role.

More information can be found on our commitment as an employer.

Ready to join us?

If you believe that everyone should have the opportunity to make their own choices, be included in their community and live life on their own terms, we'd love to hear from you.