Support Worker (Weekends only) - Newbury, Berkshire

Affinity Trust; Newbury; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave exchange

Stream pay

Wellbeing scheme

Health plan

Blue Light Card

Pension & Life Assurance

Enhanced DBS paid

Job summary

Affinity Trust is seeking a weekend-based part-time support worker in Newbury, Berkshire. The role involves assisting individuals with learning disabilities to live independently and engage in activities such as walks, cafes, and hobbies. Shifts start as early as 6:30am and can run until 10pm, with at least one sleep-in each weekend.

Training is provided and DBS is required. Pay is £13.19 per hour, with benefits including wellbeing schemes, health plan, and pension options.

Qualifications

• Opportunities to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• Enhanced DBS check is required
• Training provided: Full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities to promote independence and social connections.
• Work part time across Saturdays and/or Sundays at a supported living home in Newbury.
• Possibly start as early as 6.30am and finish up to 10pm; sleep-in shifts on weekends may be required.

Job description

Location: Newbury, Berkshire
Hourly rate: £13.19 per hour
Hours per week: Part time, Weekends only (15 hours)
Training Provided: Full training provided.
Opportunities to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
Sponsorship is not available for this position

Supporting people to live great lives

At Affinity Trust, we empower people to lead meaningful lives on their own terms. As a support worker, you will play a key role in promoting independence and building social connections. Your support will make a real difference in their lives.

Who will I support?

Supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities means embracing their unique journey. Every day brings new opportunities to explore interests, from a peaceful walk in the park to enjoying a favourite café or engaging in their hobbies. Your role is to empower and connect, helping them navigate life with confidence and independence.

We have opportunities for you to work part time across Saturdays and/or Sundays at one of our beautiful supported living homes in Newbury. This is shift work, you could start as early as 6.30am for an early shift and if working a late shift finish up to 10pm. You should be prepared to also undertake at least 1 sleep in shift across the weekend.

Pay rate of £13.19 is effective as of 26th October 2026. Current rate £13.15

Our Benefits

• Buy & sell annual leave
• Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
• Wellbeing scheme
• Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Pension & Life Assurance
• An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by us)

We're committed to being Disability Confident, and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

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