Support Worker| Bristol

Olive Recruit; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is looking for a passionate Support Worker to join their team. The role involves managing a caseload of individuals with learning difficulties, delivering person-centred support, and fostering their independence. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 12 months' experience in mental health support and strong relationship-building skills. The position offers competitive salary, additional benefits, and a commitment to inclusivity in the workplace.

Benefits

25 days of paid annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays

Additional paid day off on your birthday

Work-based pension scheme with employer contributions

Comprehensive induction and ongoing role support

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience supporting individuals with mental ill health.
• Experience working with people with learning difficulties.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload and deliver person-centred, outcomes-focused support.
• Complete and regularly review support plans and risk assessments.
• Promote independence and community participation.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals with mental ill health

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Confident in managing complex needs

Education

NVQ in Health and Social Care

Tools

IT skills for accurate record-keeping

Job description

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £12.72 per hour (sleep-in £12.21 for 12 hours)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (with a sleep-in it is 47.5 hours)

Location: Fishponds, Kingswood, Hanham, and Staple Hill

We are looking to recruit a Support Worker to join a community-based Learning Difficulties team supporting individuals to achieve greater independence, wellbeing, and stability. This role focuses on delivering person-centred, outcomes-led support to people with learning difficulties, mental ill health, and additional needs, enabling them to engage positively within their local communities.

About the role

As a Support Worker, you will manage a caseload of individuals, developing and reviewing personalised support plans that reflect individual goals and strengths. You will work collaboratively with service users, families, and external professionals to ensure risks are assessed, outcomes are monitored, and support remains effective and responsive. The role requires a flexible, creative approach to engagement, crisis prevention, and recovery-focused practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload and deliver person-centred, outcomes-focused support
• Complete and regularly review support plans, risk assessments, and action plans
• Promote independence, wellbeing, and community participation
• Support individuals to access education, employment, and local services
• Respond to and manage risks, including crisis intervention where required
• Work closely with healthcare professionals and external agencies
• Build positive relationships with families and act as a key point of contact
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to safeguarding processes
• Support service users to manage finances and personal budgets where appropriate

About You

• Minimum 12 months' experience supporting individuals with mental ill health
• Experience working with people with learning difficulties
• Confident working in the community and managing complex needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• NVQ in Health and Social Care is desirable
• Good IT skills and accurate record-keeping ability
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Benefits

• 25 days of paid annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Additional paid day off on your birthday
• Competitive salary with enhanced overtime rates
• Work-based pension scheme with employer contributions
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing role support
• Training, CPD and clear opportunities for career progression
• Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support
• Supportive, inclusive working environment with staff recognition

Apply Now

If you are passionate about supporting individuals with learning difficulties to live meaningful and independent lives, we would love to hear from you.

At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values, Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation, guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.

As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.

We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.

Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.

The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required