Support Workers

Dimensions (UK) Ltd.; Wyke Regis; Sur place; GBP 12 000 - 18 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay rate with overtime upl

Flexible shift patterns

30 days annual leave

Life Assurance & Company Pension

Enhanced training & development

Sleep-in allowance £50 per night

Résumé du poste

Dimensions (UK) Ltd. is seeking Support Workers to assist three young adults with learning disabilities in Weymouth. You will help them engage in daily activities, from walks and swimming to arts and crafts, while encouraging independence and confidence.

No prior experience is required; a warm, proactive attitude is key. The role involves mobility support, community outings, and creating a welcoming home environment, with commitment to inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Attitude and warmth are valued over prior experience.
• Willingness to get stuck in and try new things is essential.
• Ability to be physically active and assist with community activities.

Responsabilités

• Support two young men and one young woman with learning disabilities in their Weymouth home.
• Join activities like walks, swimming sessions, arts and crafts, and community outings.
• Assist with transport and planning to broaden horizons.
• Be adaptable and reassuring, providing safe, person-centered support.

Connaissances

Attitude and warmth

Willingness to get involved

Physically able to use handling belt

Description du poste

You'll be supporting two young men and one young woman, all in their late teens to mid-twenties, who share a warm and welcoming home in Weymouth. They each have learning disabilities and are looking for Support Workers who will empower them to live life their way - with confidence, choice, and plenty of fun.

Their days are full of variety, and you'll be right there alongside them for activities such as:

• Walks and long scenic drives
• Swimming sessions at 1610 Leisure Centre in Dorchester
• Arts and crafts at home
• Adventures on public transport (they love buses!)
• Shopping trips and exploring the community

They're excited to broaden their horizons, so they'd love to meet Support Workers who enjoy trying new things and bringing fresh ideas. If you use assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to supporting you where we can. Please let us know in advance so we can ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.

You don't need previous experience - what matters most is your attitude, your warmth, and your willingness to get stuck in. You'll thrive in this role if you are.

Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work for 2026 - our eighth consecutive year of recognition.

Comfortable completing one or two sleep-ins per week (£50 allowance).

• Physically strong enough to use a handling belt when out in the community
• Happy to try new activities and support people to experience more of the world

Rewards that make a difference

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
• 30 days paid
• Annual Leave (including public holidays - pro rata)
• Opportunities for career progression
• Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
• High Street Discounts - Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Industry leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us

We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.

As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees.

As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.

We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

Use of AI in the recruitment process

AI can help you research and refine your application, but everything you submit should reflect your genuine skills and experience. Please ensure your application represents your own voice and abilities.