Support Worker

Hesleygroup; Thorne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced overtime rates (£1.50 - £2 per hour)

6 weeks holiday

Funding for Level 2/3 Diploma and Care Certificate

Ongoing free training

Promotion opportunities

Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme

Cycle to work Scheme

Discounts at various retailers

Referral bonus for new starters

Free parking

Job summary

Hesley Group, located in Thorne, is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist adults with autism and learning disabilities in their daily lives. Your role will involve providing support that empowers individuals to live to their full potential and engage in community activities.

This position offers full-time hours with a commitment to creating an inclusive environment that values diversity. The organization is proud to be a Living Wage Employer, ensuring fair pay for all employees.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required, but relevant experience is valued.
• Ability to drive fleet/Motability vehicles is expected.
• Identifies with core values: putting people first, quality, safety.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with autism and learning disabilities in daily routines.
• Facilitate access to activities and community.
• Build meaningful connections with supported individuals.

Skills

Calm and empathetic nature

Can do attitude

Interest in supporting individuals with disabilities

Job description

About The Role

Location: King Street, Thorne

If you’re passionate about supporting people to live their best lives, this is your opportunity to join a values-driven organisation where your work truly matters.

At Hesley Group, we put people first and recognise the hard work and dedication of all our colleagues. We’re committed to always being the best we can be, setting high standards and striving for excellence in everything we do. You don’t need any experience – just the right values.

As a Support Worker you would support adults with autism, learning disabilities and intensive specialist support needs with their daily routines, supporting them to live life to their full potential and access experiences and activities. We are seeking candidates who want to be involved and support these activities. If you have a keen interest in one even better!

This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to build a meaningful connection and support someone to live life to the fullest.

Hours of work - Full-time average of 37 hours per week 4 on 2 off.
Weekdays: Earlies 07:15 – 15:00 , Lates 13:45 – 21:30
Weekends: Earlies 07:15 – 15:00 , Lates 14:00 – 21:45

About You

We are looking for Support Workers who have a ‘can do’ attitude, with a calm and empathetic nature.

We value relevant experience and qualifications, but they aren't essential for the role. Above all, we are looking for someone who identifies with our core values of putting people first, being passionate about quality, prioritising safety and being progress focused.

If you hold a valid UK driving licence it is expected that you will also drive fleet/Motability vehicles as your role will also include ensuring that people we support can access their local community and undertake activities.

We are committed to building a stable and sustainable workforce to ensure that we provide the best continuity of care for the people we support. While we welcome applications from all candidates, some roles may require candidates to have the right to work in the UK without restrictions due to the nature of the service and staffing requirements. These roles may be prioritised for those with unrestricted right to work in the UK and due to our operational needs at the time.

About Us

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting time to join Hesley Group as we develop and grow the organisation and embed a culture of excellence across all services and support functions.

Benefits of working for us:

• Enhanced overtime rates (£1.50 - £2 per hour)
• 6 weeks holiday
• Level 2/3 Diploma and Care Certificate funded entirely on us
• Ongoing free mandatory and development training days
• Regular promotion opportunities
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Access to various discounts at a range of different retailers
• Refer a friend scheme – earn a referral bonus for recommending successful new starters with us
• Free parking

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities because we know that different perspectives make us stronger. Hesley Group are proud to be a Living Wage Employer, ensuring every one of our colleagues is paid at least the real living wage, reflecting the true cost of living. It’s our commitment to fairness, a recognition of skill and a heartfelt thank you to the incredible people who make what we do possible.