Support Worker

Support Worker / Carer

Crowthorne

£ 13 Per Hour

Permanent, Full time

Desirable Skills

Support Worker

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Job description

Support Worker - Crowthorne (RG45)

Part TIme 37.5 Hours Per Week
£12.81 per hour + £50 per sleep-in
Full UK Manual Driving Licence Required

Make every day matter - and make a genuine difference.

"I love the job role - some days it doesn't feel like work at all!" - Current Support Worker

We're looking for a compassionate, energetic Support Worker to join our team in Crowthorne, supporting four adults to live full, independent and meaningful lives. This role focuses on providing continuity, stability and high-quality support.

Who You Will Be Supporting

You'll be supporting two ladies and two gentlemen aged 40s-60s, who live together and enjoy an active, sociable home environment.

They are individuals with learning disabilities, autism and epilepsy, each with unique personalities and interests.

They enjoy:

• Photography, music, dancing and Elvis
• Clubs, restaurants and local events
• Creative hobbies and community activities
• Outings with friends and social groups

One gentleman does not use words to communicate but expresses himself clearly through gestures and sounds. One person uses a wheelchair when out in the community.

This is a warm, lively home where people support one another - and where your positive energy will really be felt.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping people live the lives they choose.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting everyday living
Helping with meal preparation, household tasks and maintaining a safe, welcoming home.

Personal care
Providing respectful, dignified personal care where needed.

Mobility support
Supporting one individual who uses a wheelchair during community activities.

Medication administration
Ensuring medication is given safely and in line with training.

Meaningful activities
Joining in with photography, music, dancing, outings and social events - and encouraging independence and confidence.

Shift Patterns

This role focuses on working:

• Day: 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

• Day: 2:30 PM - 10:00 PM

• Long Days: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

• Sleep-In: 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM (paid to sleep

Sleep-ins are paid at £50 per shift.

Rotas are planned in advance to support a healthy work-life balance.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a Support Worker who brings warmth, reliability and enthusiasm.

You'll be:

• Caring, compassionate and people-focused
• Energetic and positive, with a good sense of humour
• Confident building relationships with individuals and families
• Proactive and dependable
• Passionate about encouraging independence and wellbeing

Why Choose Dimensions?

A recognised Great Place to Work
Proudly accredited as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years.

Rewards that make a difference

• £12.35 per hour
• 30 days' annual leave (pro rata)
• Buy and sell holiday options
• Bike to Work scheme
• Discounts on shopping, entertainment, meals and gyms
• £200 refer-a-friend bonus

Grow with us

• Paid training and development
• Funded accredited qualifications
• Career pathways through Dimensions Academy and Aspire

Live well, work well

• Comprehensive wellbeing strategy
• Staff listening network
• Health checks

Belonging and Inclusion
A supportive, values-led organisation where you can truly be yourself.

Other Important Information

• Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews continue until the role is filled.
• If mentioned, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
• An enhanced DBS check is required and paid for by Dimensions.
• As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
• British Sign Language (BSL) translated recruitment communications are available.

Ready to make a real difference?

Apply today and join a team where your support truly matters.

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