Support Worker

Support Worker / Carer

Droitwich Spa

£ 13 Per Hour

Permanent, Full time

Desirable Skills

Support Worker

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Job description

Support Worker - PMLD (Day Shifts 07:00-14:30 / 14:30-22:00) - WR9 Droitwich

Location: WR9 - Droitwich (near local amenities)
Pay: £12.85 per hour
Contract: Permanent
Schedule: Day shifts - 07:00-14:30 or 14:30-22:00, with alternate weekends (rotas provided in advance)
Driving: Essential - applicants must hold a valid driving licence (manual preferred for mobility vehicles)
Right to work in the UK required • Enhanced DBS provided by employer

Make every shift count with Dimensions

At Dimensions, you'll be part of a dedicated, values-driven team that helps people live the life they choose. If you enjoy structured days, meaningful work, and supportive colleagues, this role offers a rewarding and purpose-led career.

Who you'll support

You'll work with six adults (five gentlemen and one lady) in their 20s-30s with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and complex needs. The service values family partnership, consistency, and compassionate communication.

Their interests include:

Sensory activities, hydrotherapy, and water play

Trips to Apex motocross, train stations, and church

Music, nursery rhymes, stories

Creative activities: painting, woodwork, craft

Playful, silly interactions and light role play

Most people use wheelchairs and hoists, so confidence with manual handling is important.

What you'll do

You'll provide 1:1 and 2:1 support that is dignified, safe, and centred around each person's needs and preferences:

Personal care and manual handling

Supporting PEG feeding and dysphagia management

Administering medication (including buccal medication for epilepsy)

Supporting independence and meaningful daily routines

Facilitating sensory activities and community participation

Working collaboratively with families and colleagues

What we're looking for

Clear, compassionate communicator who understands non-verbal cues

Calm, proactive, and solution-focused

Comfortable with creative engagement - singing, playful interactions, sensory work

Collaborative team mindset

Confident with mobility support and manual handling

Experience with complex needs helpful (full training provided)

Why join Dimensions?

Award-winning employer: Great Place to Work - 7 years

Career progression: Aspire programme & funded qualifications

Wellbeing support: Health checks, mental health services, flexible working

Recognition: Inspiring People Awards & CEO shout-outs

Generous leave: 30 days annual leave (pro-rata) with buy/sell options

Lifestyle perks: Discounts on shopping, entertainment, meals & gyms; Bike to Work scheme

Shift pattern

Day shifts only:

07:00-14:30

14:30-22:00

Alternate weekends required
Rotas provided in advance for work-life balance

Inclusion & safer recruitment

We welcome diversity and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

An Enhanced DBS is required (cost covered), and BSL support is available during the recruitment process.

Ready to make a real difference?

Apply today and help create meaningful, joyful days for the people we support.

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