Support Worker for Theo

Secosupport; Swindon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£14.25 per hour

28 days annual leave + up to 4 extra

Company pension

Full induction & ongoing paid training

Medical Cashback Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Seco Supports is recruiting experienced Support Workers for Theo in Swindon. We provide person-centred care for adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs, in a home setting. We offer induction, ongoing training, and a supportive team to help Theo thrive.

You will assist with daily living, activities, and personal care, working closely with Theo and his mum. A driver’s licence is preferred, and applicants should have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar care/support role preferred.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Commitment to person-centred support and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Put Theo first and appreciate him as a person.
• Stand by him through tough times with resilience.
• Assess situations with patience and empathy.
• Bring a lively, friendly and caring personality.
• Maintain a good sense of humour and share jokes appropriately.
• Be trustworthy, loyal with clear boundaries.
• Follow routines and be flexible and creative when needed.
• Communicate well and be reliable and supportive.
• Hold a full UK driving licence as a preferred asset; prior similar-role experience advantageous.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Please note that we do not offer UK work visa sponsorship; applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

We are recruiting experienced Support Workers for Theo who lives in his own home in Swindon.

Why Join Our Team?

We prioritise the well‑being of our employees, believing in looking after our employees just as much as we do the people we support. Our priorities include offering support, coaching, and a reflective space to help you thrive. Join a collaborative team that works creatively to achieve shared goals. The benefits of working with us include:

• £14.25 per hour
• 28 days annual leave + up to 4 additional leave days (1 for each year of service)
• Company pension
• Full induction & ongoing paid training
• Medical Cashback Plan (after probation)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Career progression opportunities

About Us

We support adults and young people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health difficulties to live independently in the community. As a compassionate, person-centred company, we focus on creating individualised support packages that empower people to live fulfilling lives. We believe everyone deserves to have deep, caring and meaningful relationships, the right to grow and develop and have access to a safe and welcoming home.

We believe services should be tailored to each individual and that creativity and thinking outside the box are key to delivering bespoke support.

About Theo

Theo is a fun, creative, and active young man living independently in Swindon. He wakes up happy every day, eager to enjoy life through activities like sports, cycling, boxing, bowling, and exploring new places. A West Ham supporter, Theo also enjoys gaming and challenging others on Wii sports. He likes helping with cooking and caring for his home, especially with music on and a bit of singing and dancing. Theo has a mild to moderate learning disability, dyspraxia, attachment disorder, and ADHD, requiring support with personal care. He benefits from a confident, calm team that can build trust and provide reassurance when needed.

Meaningful relationships are important to Theo; he spends time with his mum on a regular basis, and his support team mean a lot to him.

About you

You will:

• Put Theo first and appreciate him/her/them for the amazing person he is
• Stand by him through tough times and be resilient
• Assess situations with patience and empathy
• Bring a lively, friendly, and caring personality
• Have a good sense of humour and be able to share jokes and pranks
• Be trustworthy, loyal, and upfront, with strong boundaries
• Follow routines and be flexible and creative when needed
• Communicate well and be reliable and supportive
• Full UK driving license is preferred for this role. Experience in a similar role is preferred.

Full training will be provided through Seco Supports induction programme and online learning. Full referencing and a full enhanced check of the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) will be required for this position.