Support Worker - Part Time

Partnersinsupport; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 13,776,000 - 20,664,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in pay

Birthday leave

Blue Light Card

Costco membership

Paid DBS

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and progression

Job summary

Partners in Support in Watford is seeking a part-time Support Worker to help adults with learning disabilities and autism live life their way. You’ll provide emotional and practical support, helping clients build confidence and independence and access their communities.

The role offers guaranteed hours and full training, within a CQC-rated Outstanding organisation. Two vacancies: Watford (15 hours/week) and St Albans (22.5 hours/week).

Qualifications

• No prior social care experience required; full training will be provided.
• Commitment to empowering people and maintaining dignity.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical support to adults with learning disabilities and autism.
• Help individuals build confidence, develop independence and learn new skills.
• Support participation in community activities and daily living.
• Work with the team to ensure consistent person-centred support.

Skills

Empowering people

Kind and patient

Independent worker

Calm under pressure

Flexible schedule

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Support Worker - Part Time

Department: Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Watford

Reporting To: Lead Support Worker

Compensation: £12.81 / hour

Description

Do you feel strongly about making a genuine difference in people’s lives? Helping others to grow and achieve their goals? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

When you join us, you’ll become part of an organisation which is CQC rated ‘Outstanding’. Our team has won numerous national and local awards for leading the way in person‑centred support.

We have 2 part time vacancies - 1 in Watford (15 hours per week) and 1 in St Albans (22.5 hours).

About us

With us, you’ll never be just a number; you’ll be part of a close‑knit team that genuinely cares about the people we support, and each other. Since 2008, Partners in Support has provided supported living services across Hertfordshire. We’re proud to be a local, values‑led organisation that puts people before growth. We believe in dignity, respect, compassion, and partnership, supporting people to live the lives they choose in their own homes and communities.

About the role

As a Support Worker, you’ll provide emotional and practical support to adults with learning disabilities and autism, helping them to live life their way.

You’ll support people to build confidence, develop independence, learn new skills, access their community by taking part in activities, and do the things that matter most to them. No two days are the same, so if you enjoy variety and want a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, this could be the perfect opportunity.

We’re committed to supporting our colleagues through regular check‑ins, supervision, training, and ongoing communication, so you’ll feel supported both personally and professionally.

No previous social care experience is required, as full training will be provided.

What we're looking for

• Commitment to empowering people
• Kind, respectful, and patient approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Confidence to remain calm in difficult situations
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep‑ins on a rota
• Full UK manual driving licence required for the vacancy in Watford. You do not need to be a driver for the vacancy in St Albans.

What we offer

• From £12.81 per hour, plus £75 per sleep‑in
• Guaranteed hours on a permanent contract
• Paid birthday leave and long service awards
• Blue Light Card, Costco membership, and paid DBS
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training, upskilling and progression opportunities