Support Worker - Female

Dimensions; New Milton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A not-for-profit social care organization is seeking Female Support Workers in New Milton to assist two young autistic individuals. The role involves providing daily support and empowering them in their decision-making. Flexibility for part-time or full-time work is offered, along with the requirement to drive. Enjoy a rewarding role in a supportive environment focused on empowerment and personal growth.

Benefits

Enhanced DBS disclosure paid by the organization

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Support for applicants with disabilities

Qualifications

• Must be able to drive manual vehicles to support social activities.
• Experience or interest in supporting individuals with autism is beneficial.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for the daily activities of young autistic individuals.
• Assist with social activities and ensure a peaceful environment.
• Support with decision making and empowerment.

Skills

Compassionate support

Interest in art and animals

Ability to drive

Job description

Overview

We are looking for Female Support Workers in New Milton to cover various shifts from part time and relief to suit you.

We are looking for people who share our values and can support people to have the life they want to live. We are supporting two young autistic people in their own home in New Milton. Both people need a degree of support to navigate their lives. They are gentle and enjoy a peaceful environment, and we support them to develop in their decision making. Empowerment is the key word and we have seen them develop into very capable young people. We are looking for people who have an interest in art, animals, sewing, walking and drawing.

The role and requirements

Colleagues need to be able to drive the vehicles belonging to the people we support (manual drivers only) as they enjoy a wide range of social activities within the surrounding area. Daily walks in the New Forest and local beaches are essential, as well as support to attend local clubs, animal therapy, swimming and a variety of other activities.

There are a variety of shifts available. You would be expected to sleep over on a rotation basis and work alternate weekends. The role would suit part time working, but we will consider full time.

Dimensions is one of the country’s largest not-for-profit organisations supporting people with learning difficulties, autism, behaviours of distress and complex needs. We are driven by our values and people with learning disabilities and their families are at the heart of everything we do.

Dimensions is proud to be one of the very few social care organisations accredited by the Great Place To Work programme in 2025 – now six years in a row.

Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.

Rewards and progression

"Your rewards" – a full list of rewards can be found in the job description attached. Apply now.

• 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.
• As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

How to apply

Applications will be shortlisted on receipt and interviews will be held until the posts are filled.