Support Worker - Bexhill

Aspens; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 22,500 - 27,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive paid training

Flexible work arrangements

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

20% discount at Aspens High Street Stores

Job summary

Aspens is seeking a Support Worker in Bexhill-on-Sea to help individuals with autism and learning disabilities lead fulfilling lives. This permanent, full-time position offers 37 hours per week, providing a variety of community support activities aimed at promoting independence and emotional wellbeing.

The role involves personal care, daily household tasks, and attendance at appointments. Aspens offers comprehensive training and excellent career progression opportunities, alongside generous annual leave and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Motivated to learn and develop within the care sector.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Willingness to complete the Care Certificate if not already achieved.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care and medication administration.
• Encouraging social inclusion and emotional wellbeing.
• Completing daily notes and incident reports accurately.

Skills

Caring, empathetic

Confident communicators

Basic IT skills

Experience in residential care

Knowledge of autism

Education

Basic Maths and English skills

NVQ in Health & Social Care

Job description

Location

Wentworth (Aspens) - 17 Wentworth Close, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2PQ

Hours

37 Hours per week (Permanent)

Consistent 2-week rolling rota offering a healthy work-life balance with alternate weekends off.

Salary

£13.32 per hour

Equal Opportunity/Accessibility and Accommodations Statement

As a Disability Confident employer, Aspens Charities is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We actively promote the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities, recognising the invaluable contributions they make to our organisation. We are dedicated to ensuring an accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Aspens’ mission is to provide high-quality care and support to individuals on the autism spectrum and with learning disabilities; meeting their needs and aspirations and empowering them to learn and grow through an integrated network of services across the South‑East.

We provide support and care to children, families and adults across Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Brighton and Hove, Surrey and the London Borough of Bexley. Our services include registered care homes; supported living; community outreach; day services, including pathways to employment; children and young people’s groups and support; specialist support; and free online support for families and carers across the South-East.

About the Service

Wentworth Close is a single storey bungalow property situated in Bexhill‑On‑Sea within walking distance of local shops, amenities and Bexhill seafront. The home supports four individuals and is a short distance from Battle and Hastings and well placed to enable them to take advantage of the variety of local beaches, towns and villages of rural East Sussex.

The environment at Wentworth is tailored to the needs of the individuals who live there and is autism specific and also specific to mobility needs. Our overall approach is structured around autism specific communication systems and all our residents are encouraged to actively participate in the community activities and attend the day resource centre if they wish. A person‑centred approach is paramount to provide an individualised programme of activity and variety of choice, such as bowling, swimming, computer skills, catering, cycling, living skills, drama and creative arts is available. This is supported by the same communication systems mentioned earlier to ensure consistency.

Similar activities are carried out at home and everyone is encouraged to carry out independent living skills. These are incorporated in their daily schedules. Additional activities include aromatherapy and massage, personal music sessions and visits by other caring professionals such as chiropodists. Weekend activities include trips to the local beaches, parks, places of historical interest, pub lunches and identified interests. All the residents living at Wentworth have active involvement and are encouraged to have as much involvement as possible toward the input in the day to day running, choices and plans for the future where possible, alongside regular input from their families and parents who visit or contact regularly.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive paid training and excellent career progression opportunities, including recognised qualifications in health and social care
• Flexible work arrangements, with the option to take on additional bank shifts
• Generous annual leave (pro rata based on hours), with entitlement increasing with length of service
• Nest Pension and Death in Service benefit
• Access to a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Blue Light Card discounts
• 20% discount at Aspens High Street Stores for all staff
• Discounted staff menu available at the Bluebell Café (Pembury)
• Refer a Friend scheme - earn up to £250 for every successful referral
• Employee recognition programmes, including ‘Employee of the Month’

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the people we support with their daily lives, promoting independence, wellbeing and inclusion within the community.

No two days are the same, and you will be part of a supportive and dedicated team that genuinely changes lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care, nutrition and medication administration
• Assisting with shopping, cooking, laundry and household tasks
• Supporting individuals to attend medical appointments and community activities
• Encouraging social inclusion and emotional wellbeing
• Supporting with finances and administrative tasks
• Completing daily notes, observation sheets and incident reports accurately
• Working closely with families, professionals and colleagues to provide high-quality support
• Ensuring safeguarding, health & safety and care standards are always maintained
• Promoting dignity, respect and independence at all times

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for people who are:

• Caring, empathetic and patient
• Positive, professional and reliable
• Confident communicators and team players
• Passionate about supporting people with autism and learning disabilities
• Motivated to learn and develop within the care sector
• Full UK driving licence
• Basic IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Basic Maths and English skills
• Experience working in a residential care setting
• Knowledge of autism, learning disabilities and safeguarding adults
• Willingness to complete the Care Certificate if not already achieved

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ in Health & Social Care

We’re looking for passionate individuals to help us ensure that every person we support lives a fulfilling life with dignity and independence.

Apply now and one of our team members will reach out to discuss the role further. If shortlisted, we will contact you directly to schedule an interview. We strive to respond to all applicants; however, if you have not received a response within a reasonable timeframe, please feel free to contact us for a status update or feedback (where available). After the interview, you will be notified of the outcome. If successful, you’ll receive a formal offer in writing. Upon acceptance, we’ll guide you through the onboarding process, providing you with all the details you need.

Any offer of employment will be subject to Disclosure and Barring checks (which we will arrange on your behalf if you don’t already have one) and satisfactory employment references.