Support Worker

Dimensions; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave pro rata

Career progression

Learn to Drive scheme (up to 30 drives

Overtime pay uplift

Life Assurance and Pension

Employee discounts

Job summary

Dimensions is looking for a Support Worker to help a young man in Weymouth live a fulfilling life. You will assist with daily activities, encourage independence, and participate in outings and hobbies with him in his home and community.

The role offers both full-time and part-time contracts, with a focus on person-centred support, family involvement, and meaningful activities that matter to him.

Qualifications

• Has a positive and enthusiastic approach.
• Enjoys being active and getting out in the community.
• Is patient, reliable, and compassionate.
• Can build trusting relationships and communicate effectively.
• Is committed to supporting people to live independently and achieve their personal goals.

Responsibilities

• Managing and monitoring finances
• Meal planning and preparation
• Supporting with personal care where required
• Promoting independence and life skills
• Encouraging choice, confidence, and community involvement

Skills

Positive attitude

Active in community

Patience

Reliability

Compassion

Communication

Independence support

Job description

Support Worker – Weymouth

Full-Time and Part-Time Contracts Available

About Dimensions

At Dimensions, you can bring your whole self to work and be celebrated for it. Inclusion, respect, and practical support are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring you feel seen, valued, and empowered to thrive alongside the people we support.

Thanks to our amazing colleagues, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work® for 2026 – our eighth consecutive year of recognition.

About the Role

Are you energetic, patient, and passionate about helping people live fulfilling lives? We're looking for Support Workers to support a gentleman in his twenties with learning disabilities and autism in his home in Weymouth.

This is a highly rewarding role where you'll support him to live the life he chooses, encouraging independence, building confidence, and helping him enjoy the activities and experiences that matter most to him.

• Support him to go swimming and dancing – although he doesn't always choose to go, he thoroughly enjoys it when he does
• Encourage and participate in his art projects at home
• Join him on outings with his trike
• Visit West Bay and other local beauty spots for walks and an ice cream
• Explore the local area on longer walks
• Support his interest in photography
• Help him maintain meaningful relationships with his family, who play an active role in his support

Every day is different, offering plenty of opportunities to build a positive relationship and support someone to achieve their goals and enjoy life to the fullest.

What Will You Be Doing?

Alongside supporting him with the activities he enjoys, you'll also provide assistance with everyday tasks, including:

• Managing and monitoring finances
• Meal planning and preparation
• Supporting with personal care where required
• Promoting independence and life skills
• Encouraging choice, confidence, and community involvement

You'll work closely with his family and the wider Dimensions team to ensure consistent, person-centred support that reflects his individual needs, interests, and aspirations.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a positive and enthusiastic approach
• Enjoys being active and getting out in the community
• Is patient, reliable, and compassionate
• Can build trusting relationships and communicate effectively
• Is committed to supporting people to live independently and achieve their personal goals

Rewards that make a difference

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose 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 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - allpaid 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

• An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
• We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce
• As Disability Confident Leaders , we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.