Support Worker

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Worcester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Professional development

Job summary

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs) in Worcester is recruiting a Support Worker for the Worcester Resource Centre. The role involves assisting individuals with complex needs, personal care, and daily living activities with a focus on promoting independence and community participation.

The team values flexibility, enthusiasm, and good communication, with opportunities to learn and attend training. The position is permanent and based in Worcester with varying hours.

Qualifications

• Flexible and enthusiastic with ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Good recording skills are essential; computer skills are advantageous.
• Experience of supporting people with care needs and understanding rights of people with learning disabilities is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individuals with complex learning disabilities, physical needs, mental health, autism, and related needs.
• Assist with personal care and activities of daily living, empowerment and independence.
• Move and handle as required for mobility and participation in activities.
• Encourage engagement with community activities and social inclusion.

Job description

Job Title: Support Worker

Salary: £25,185 per annum pro rata based on 37 hours per week

Multiple positions available Varying in hours

Location: Worcester

Team: Worcester Resource Centre

Permanent

The Role:

Do you want to make a difference to someone's life?

Do you have the enthusiasm and passion to enhance the lives of the individuals we support?

Are you flexible, understanding, considerate to others and able to use your own initiative?

Our enthusiastic and experienced team are looking for Support Workers.

THE SERVICE:

The Resource Centre supports individuals with complex Learning Disabilities, Physical needs, Mental Health, Autism and other related health and social care needs.

To help with this we incorporate health action plans, eating and drinking plans, behaviour management plans, epilepsy plans and robust risk assessments just to name a few.

We provide a range of support and assistance with personal care to general day to day support with activities of daily living, emotional, psychological, practical, and social support with the aim of meeting the individual’s chosen outcomes and promoting their independence.

Some individuals are very mobile, some use wheelchairs or walking aids, so moving and handling will be required at times. Support to ensure they can participate in meaningful activities is important to us. We like to ensure our individuals engage in chosen activities and enjoy engaging with the community, encouraging social inclusion.

What we require from you

You will need to be flexible and enthusiastic, with an ability to communicate both verbally and written.

Good recording skills are essential. Computer skills advantageous.

Previous experience of supporting people with care and support needs and an understanding of the needs and rights of people with learning disabilities is an advantage. We welcome applications from people who are able to use their own initiative but who are also excellent team players. You will have a can-do attitude with an ability to support and enable individuals to access a wide range of community activities. Have a willingness to learn and attend relevant training.

For more information or just a chat about the role please contact: Tracey Pugh 01905 764700/ 07715038162

Equality & Diversity:

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?
• Great Holiday Entitlement:As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme:The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development:We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.

Application Closing Date:

Sunday, 27th September 2026

Anticipated Interview Date: TBC

Attached documents

Support Worker Residential and Day Servs JD and PS- App 3.doc