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Dimensions; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with overtime uplift

Flexible shift patterns

30 days paid annual leave

Learn to Drive scheme

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

Dimensions in Shrewsbury is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help two gentlemen with autism, Down syndrome and learning disabilities live their lives to the full. You will provide person-centred support with daily routines, meals, medication administration and community activities, helping them maintain independence.

The role offers flexible day shifts and sleep-ins (£50 per sleep-in). A full UK manual driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Experience is helpful but not essential — full training will be provided.
• Driver requirement: full UK manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support with daily routines, meal preparation and medication administration.
• Assist access to community activities and help maintain independence for two gentlemen.

Skills

Strong communication

Patient & observant

Person-centred care

Relationship building

Reliable

Adaptable

Job description

£12.81 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shift

Driver Requirement: Full UK Manual Driving Licence

About Dimensions

At Dimensions, you'll find more than a job - you'll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. Together, we make a real difference - for the people we support and for you.

Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a

Great Place to Work for 2026 — our eighth consecutive year of recognition. Dimensions has also been recognised as one of the UK's Top 25 Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ among Super Large Organisations, reflecting our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.

"Love seeing small differences make big changes."

- Current Support Worker

If you're someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships, being active in your community and helping people live life to the fullest, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the role

We're looking for a patient, adaptable and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our team in

Shrewsbury (SY5), supporting

two gentlemen in their 20s with autism, Down syndrome and learning disabilities.

The gentlemen live together in a bungalow and lead busy, active lives. They enjoy getting out and about, spending time with family and taking part in activities that matter to them, while also valuing their own independence and downtime.

Their interests include:

• Cinema trips and community outings
• Day trips, including visits to attractions such as Sea Life Centres
• Dance groups and social activities
• Travelling and exploring new places
• Spending time with family and friends

One gentleman communicates using limited speech and Makaton, while both are friendly, sociable and enjoy getting to know the people who support them. They can become overstimulated at times, so recognising when they need quiet time and personal space is an important part of the role.

You’ll provide person-centred support with daily routines, meal preparation, medication administration and accessing community activities, helping both individuals maintain their independence and achieve their goals.

Shifts are flexible around activities and include:

• Day shifts between 7:00am - 10:00pm
• Sleep-ins: 10:00pm - 7:00am (£50 paid to sleep)
• Alternate weekends
• 1-2 sleep-ins per week

About you

You’ll be a great fit if you’re:

• A confident and positive communicator
• Patient, observant and person-centred
• Interested in learning Makaton
• Able to balance being outgoing with knowing when people need space
• Skilled at building relationships with families and professionals
• Someone with a good sense of humour
• Reliable, adaptable and willing to learn
• A manual driver with a full UK driving licence

Experience is helpful but not essential — full training will be provided.

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

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.

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Support Worker

Company: Dimensions

Salary: £12.81 to £12.81 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Shrewsbury, SY5 0AA

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 4 Sept 2026

Closing date: 4 Oct 2026

Summary

Support Worker - Shrewsbury (SY5)

Part Time - 30 hours per week

£12.81 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shift

Driver Requirement: Full UK Manual Driving Licence

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.