Support Worker- Peripatetic | West Sussex

Mary Rush Care Ltd; Worthing; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Group Life Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

DBS check covered

Job summary

SDR Group is seeking a Peripatetic Support Worker to provide flexible staffing across West Sussex, including Lancing, Worthing and Hassocks. The role involves supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs, with shifts allocated to a single service per shift but travel may be required in exceptional cases.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are required. Mileage is paid at £0.55 per mile for eligible travel beyond the normal commute.

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred support to individuals across our services
• Supporting people with their daily routines and promoting independence
• Building positive relationships with the people we support
• Supporting activities, appointments and community outings
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Working alongside different teams and adapting to different service environments
• Supporting individuals with different needs and routines

Job description

Support Worker- Peripatetic | West Sussex

2026 Peripatetic Support Worker (ASC West Sussex)

Location: West Sussex – Lancing, Worthing & Hassocks
Pay: £13.85 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week, full-time
Contract: Permanent

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required for this role.

Looking for a Support Worker role with variety?

SDR is looking for a Peripatetic Support Worker to join our team, providing flexible staffing support across our bespoke services throughout West Sussex, including Lancing, Worthing and Hassocks.

This role gives you the opportunity to work with different teams and support individuals with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs across a range of services.

You will normally be allocated to one service for your full shift. Your allocated service may vary from shift to shift depending on staffing needs, but you would not generally be expected to travel between services during the working day, except in exceptional or emergency circumstances.

You will therefore need to be flexible about where you work and able to travel independently to our services across West Sussex.

Mileage is paid at £0.55 per mile for eligible work-related travel beyond your normal commute.

What you'll be doing

Providing person-centred support to individuals across our services

Supporting people with their daily routines and promoting independence

Building positive relationships with the people we support

Supporting activities, appointments and community outings

Assisting with personal care where required

Working alongside different teams and adapting to different service environments

Supporting individuals with different needs and routines

You will need

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

The ability to travel independently to different SDR services for your allocated shifts

A caring, reliable, and flexible approach

Who we're looking for

We're looking for someone who is:

Compassionate, patient, and reliable

Positive and approachable

Confident working with different people and teams

Flexible and able to adapt to changing situations

Comfortable working at different SDR services from shift to shift

Previous care or support experience is desirable. Full training and support will be provided.

What we offer

Annual leave, including Bank Holidays – pro rata and subject to contracted hours

Fully paid induction and comprehensive training

Specialist training and ongoing development

Supportive managers who invest in your development

Company pension – 3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, subject to eligibility

Group Life Insurance – 2 x annual salary after six months' service, subject to eligibility

Employee Referral Bonus – £200 on appointment + £300 after one year (T&Cs apply)

Company sick pay following successful completion of probation

Paid DBS check – conditions apply*

Christmas parties and regular staff events

Amazon voucher on your birthday

About SDR Group

At SDR, our values are Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity and Responsibility.

These values guide the support we provide to the people we care for and how we work together as a team.

Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. This role is not eligible for employer sponsorship.

An Enhanced DBS check is required. We cover the cost of your DBS, with the cost only reclaimed if you leave within your first six months of employment.

SDR is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and fairness. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

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Screening Questions

• How do you see your personal values aligning with the values of our Company?
• What specific skills and experiences do you have that make you a suitable candidate for this position?
• Do you have experience supporting individuals who may present with dysregulated behaviours?
• Do you hold a current, valid UK driving licence?
• Do you currently have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship or transfer of sponsorship?
• Do you have any questions for us, or further information you would like to provide us with?