Support Workers

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking enthusiastic Support Workers in Solihull to provide care and support to adults with learning disabilities and older people. The role involves organizing activities and promoting social inclusion. Candidates should have experience with diverse groups and a willingness to attain a Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate. This position offers an inclusive work environment with generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlements

Extensive wellbeing offer

Family and carer friendly policies

Staff discounts

Access to Local Government pension scheme

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate within 12 months.
• Demonstrably good practice promoting choice and independence.
• Experience supporting individuals with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional, social, and personal support to individuals and groups.
• Organize activities and deliver day opportunities.
• Promote individual choice and social inclusion.

Skills

Experience with learning disabilities

Teamwork

Patience and understanding

Adaptability

Sensitivity in personal care

Education

Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are looking for enthusiastic and committed Support Workers to provide care and support to those who access our day opportunities in the North of the borough.

We offer specialist day opportunities for adults with learning disabilities, older people and those with Dementia, across three different locations:

• Colebrook Centre – B37 5DP
• 23A Pike Drive – B37 7US
• Three Trees Community Centre – B37 7TP

Responsibilities

These are permanent roles working Monday to Friday with hours from 32.5 per week to 37 hours per week. As a Support Worker you will work flexibly across the different hubs enriching the lives of service users by organising activities and delivering day opportunities which enables them to make full use of their local community. You will help to develop their independence and promote individual choice and social inclusion, whilst meeting their personal and individual needs. You will work alongside a highly dedicated and enthusiastic team, providing emotional, social and personal support to individuals and groups.

Qualifications and requirements

• Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate or equivalent or be willing to complete this within 12 months.
• Experience of working with people with a learning disability, physical disability, dementia, or older people.
• Demonstrable good practice which promotes choice, independence, and self-advocacy.
• The ability to adapt and respond to the constantly changing needs of a group of diverse people whilst demonstrating patience and understanding.
• The ability to demonstrate sensitivity whilst supporting individuals with their personal care needs.
• Experience of working effectively as a team member, and with colleagues/other professionals.

Support and benefits

In return, you will be supported by a small and friendly team of co-workers, Day Service Co-ordinators and Managers committed to making a difference to the lives of people living in Solihull.

Working for Solihull means that not only can we offer employees a great working environment, but also attractive staff benefits including generous annual leave entitlements, an extensive wellbeing offer, family and carer friendly policies, staff discounts and access to the Local Government pension scheme.

How to apply

To apply, please note: your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences.

If you have a specific question or require further information regarding this post, please contact Linda Murphy Service Manager on [e-mail]

Closing date for completed applications is Sunday, 12 October 2025.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 22 October 2025.

This post will require a DBS check.

Please note we are not accepting CVs for this vacancy.

This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and a commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Attached documents: JDPS (FINAL) September 2025.docx