Support Worker

Dimensions; Worcester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-Winning Workplace

Generous Leave

Career Development

Well-Being Focus

Values-Driven

Referral Bonus

Learn To Drive

Bike to Work

Job summary

Dimensions in Worcester is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist four gentlemen with autism and learning disabilities. The role is full-time in Worcester, with pay of £12.85 per hour plus £50 per Sleep-In shift. Driving licence (manual) is required.

A DBS check will be provided, and a comprehensive well-being and development culture awaits. Shifts vary: day, long day with sleep-in, and sleep-in night options are available to suit different lifestyles.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence (Manual)

Responsibilities

• Promoting independence by encouraging choice and participation in everyday life.
• Providing daily support with personal care, medication, meal preparation, and maintaining a safe, clean home.
• Sharing activities and hobbies, from football and gaming to cultural outings.
• Building relationships by understanding communication styles and creating trust.

Job description

Make a Meaningful Career Change: Become a Support Worker in Worcester

Location:Worcester, WR5 (Just 3 minutes from Worcester Shrub Hill Station)
Pay:£12.85per hour + £50 per Sleep-In Shift
Hours:Full-Time (37.5hours per week)
Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence (Manual)

Are you seeking a fresh start in a role where your life experience, empathy, and reliability truly matter? Whether you're returning to work, exploring a new path, or simply ready for a change, this opportunity offers a rewarding and supportive environment.

Who Will You Be Supporting?

You’ll be part of a dedicated team supporting four gentlemen aged between their 20s and 40s. Each has autism, learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy (well managed), and they bring warmth, humour, and a wide range of interests to every day.

• Football fans and music lovers who enjoy match days and sharing playlists
• Food enthusiasts and gamers who love home-cooked meals and Xbox sessions
• Culture seekers who enjoy museums, cathedrals, cinemas, and theatres
• Water lovers who take part in swimming and hydropool sessions (you’ll need to be comfortable joining them in the water)

They are full-time wheelchair users and appreciate support staff who take the time to understand their preferences and celebrate their individuality.

What Will You Be Doing?

This is a hands-on, heart-led role where your support helps others live life to the fullest:

• Promoting independence by encouraging choice and participation in everyday life
• Providing daily support with personal care, medication, meal preparation, and maintaining a safe, clean home
• Sharing activities and hobbies, from football and gaming to cultural outings
• Building relationships by understanding unique communication styles and creating trust

Shift Patterns

We offer a variety of shifts to suit different lifestyles, with rotas provided in advance to support a healthy work-life balance:

• Day Shifts: 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm, 1pm-9pm
• Long Day with Sleep-In: 3pm-2pm the following day
• Sleep-In Shift: 11pm-7am

Who Are We Looking For?

You don’t need previous care experience—just the right attitude and a willingness to learn. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, especially those bringing maturity, patience, and a sense of humour.

Ideal qualities include:

• Reliable and compassionate, with life experience that brings depth to your care
• Positive and engaging, ready to bring joy and energy to each day
• Adaptable and calm, able to handle changing situations with confidenceTeam-oriented and proactive, keen to contribute and grow within a supportive team

Why Choose Dimensions?

• Award-Winning Workplace:Recognised as one of the UK’s best workplaces in the ‘super large’ category by the Great Place to Work Institute for 8 years.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.
• Generous Leave:30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave.
• Career Development:Paid training and opportunities to further develop your career through funded accredited courses.
• Well-Being Focus: Comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network.
• Values-Driven:We put people with learning disabilities and their families at the heart of everything we do.
• Referral Bonus:Receive a £200 bonus if you refer a friend and they’re successfully employed.
• Learn To Drive Scheme: For non-driver opportunities, we cover the cost of driving lessons for colleagues.
• Additional Perks:Bike to Work scheme, discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships.

Other Important Information

• Immediate Reviews:Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will continue until positions are filled.
• Equality Commitment:Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
• DBS Disclosure:An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be covered by Dimensions.
• Inclusive Workforce:We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce.
• Disability Confident:We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
• BSL Support:British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all of our recruitment communications.