Support Worker Female

Dimensions; South Derbyshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Flexible shifts

Annual leave 30 days

Career progression

Learn to Drive

Salary advance

Discounts

Life Insurance

Company pension

Training

Enhanced DBS paid

Job summary

Dimensions are seeking a Female Support Worker to join their team in Colden Common, Winchester (SO21). You will support two men and one woman in their 50s to live independently, participate in activities, and access the community. Shift patterns include early and late starts with a 37.5-hour week, full UK driving licence required.

The role offers a rewarding environment with training, DBS paid for, and opportunities for progression within Dimensions.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient and reliable candidate.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and moving and handling support.
• Administer medications and assist with health needs, including epilepsy rescue meds.
• Support access to community activities and weekly swimming sessions.
• Assist with meals, household chores and laundry.
• Encourage independence and person-centred care.
• Build positive relationships and tailor support to individual needs.

Job description

Female Support Worker - Colden Common, Winchester (SO21)

Full Time | 37.5 Hours per Week

Shift Patterns:

7:00am to 2:30pm and 2:30pm to 10:00pm

Full UK Driving Licence Essential -

You will be required to drive mobility vehicles (both manual and automatic).

About Dimensions

At Dimensions, your wellbeing matters. From health and wellbeing support to flexible working opportunities, we provide the tools, resources and culture you need to thrive both at work and beyond.

Thanks to our incredible colleagues, Dimensions Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work® for 2026, marking our eighth consecutive year of accreditation.

About the Role

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our friendly support team in Colden Common, Winchester (SO21).

You will be supporting two gentlemen and one lady in their 50s to live fulfilling and independent lives. They enjoy a variety of activities, including visiting local garden centres, shopping trips, countryside walks and weekly swimming sessions.

This is a rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll play an important part in supporting people to achieve their goals, maintain their independence and enjoy the activities they love.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Provide personal care and support, including moving and handling assistance.
• Administer medication and support with health-related needs, including rescue medication for epilepsy.
• Accompany and support individuals to access community activities, appointments and weekly swimming sessions.
• Support with daily living tasks, including meal preparation, household cleaning and laundry.
• Encourage independence, choice and inclusion in all aspects of daily life.
• Build positive relationships and provide person-centred support tailored to individual needs.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Compassionate, patient and reliable.
• Confident supporting people with varying needs.
• Comfortable providing personal care and moving and handling support.
• Willing to support individuals with medication requirements, including epilepsy support.
• A driver with a full UK driving licence.
• Passionate about making a positive difference every day.

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 that make a difference

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
• 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays – pro rata)
• Opportunities for career progression
• Supported ‘Learn to Drive’ scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - allpaid for by us)
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
• High Street Discounts – Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Industry leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us

• 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
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

Use of AI in the recruitment process:

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