Weekend Support Worker - Residential Care Service

The Grange Centre; Great Bookham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Great Bookham is seeking a part-time Weekend Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities. Responsibilities include providing personal care, supporting residents with daily living and community activities, and working as part of a team. The role offers flexible hours and opportunities for training and career development. Ideal candidates should have empathy, strong people skills, and be willing to work weekends.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work weekends and be part of a committed team.
• No prior experience required; values such as Friendly, Open, Respectful, Caring and Enabling are important.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and basic care support after full induction and training.
• Help residents with healthy living choices and social opportunities.
• Support with appointments, work placements, and assist with trips or holidays.
• Perform domestic activities like laundry, shopping, and food preparation.
• Coordinate with the care team to maintain high standards of Person Centred care.
• Participate in training and career development opportunities.

Skills

Natural empathy

Strong people skills

Positive approach

Job description

Overview

Weekend Support Worker - Residential Care Service, Part Time. Hours: 7 - 14 hours per week (discuss whether this is both days or one day and whether it’s every weekend or alternate weekends). Early shifts start at 7:30am and late shifts finish at 9:30pm. Salary: £12.88 to £13.44 per hour, depending on qualification level (£24,774 to £25,866 per annum FTE, pro rated based on hours agreed).

We’re looking for weekend Support Workers to join our team at The Grange at Bookham, supporting adults with learning disabilities. We operate a small group living community onsite with residents who have moderate learning and physical disabilities who require support to live as independently as possible 24/7, including support with personal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and basic care support after full induction and training.
• Help residents make informed choices regarding healthy living and wellbeing, including physical activity, social and community opportunities.
• Support with appointments, work/volunteering placements, and occasionally assist with trips or holidays.
• Perform domestic activities such as laundry, shopping, and food preparation; assist with medication after training.
• Work as part of a team, coordinating with Senior Support Workers, Team Leaders, and Positive Behaviour Champions to maintain high standards of Person Centred care and support.
• Participate in the extensive training programme and develop skills and knowledge; opportunities for career development through Level 2 or 3 Apprenticeships in Adult Social Care and progression to Senior Support Worker or Shift Lead roles.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Natural empathy, strong people skills, and a positive approach; treat everyone with dignity and respect.
• Willingness to work weekends and be part of a committed team.
• No prior experience required; we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds who share our values: Friendly, Open, Respectful, Caring and Enabling.

About The Grange Centre

The Grange Centre for People with Disabilities provides vital services to help people with learning disabilities lead independent and fulfilling lives. Located on an 8-acre site in Bookham, we offer accommodation, care support, and a wide range of skills training and activities for people with mild to moderate disabilities. We are a regulated care provider, a charity and a housing association, offering residential care for higher care needs, supported living, and Skills & Activities – including training, work experience, and mini businesses.