We’re looking for a calm, patient and compassionate Female Support Worker to join our service in SN16, supporting two adults in their 50s (a brother and sister) with learning disabilities. This is a unique and rewarding role where you’ll provide 1:1 support in a warm, homely environment. The individuals have very different personalities and needs, so the ability to adapt your approach is essential. You’ll play a key role in creating a safe, structured and positive environment where both individuals can feel comfortable, supported and empowered.
Who you will be supporting
- Lady: Outgoing, vibrant and sociable – enjoys holidays (especially Butlins), getting out and about, and engaging in activities.
- Gentleman: Prefers calm, quiet environments – enjoys trains, public transport and structured routines. He can find busy social settings overwhelming.
Support needs
- Personal care
- Medication administration
- Support with diet and portion control
- Emotional support and behaviour management (training provided)
What you will be doing
- Supporting daily routines and independence
- Providing personal care with dignity and respect
- Supporting meal preparation and dietary management
- Administering medicationSupporting community activities and outings
- Adapting your approach to suit individual needs and moods
- Promoting calm, structured and safe environments
- Building strong, trusting relationships
Shift patterns
- Day shifts: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Long day + sleep‑in: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. (next day)
- Evening + sleep‑in: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 a.m. (next day)
- Sleep‑ins: 10:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. (£50 paid to sleep)
Requirements
- Calm, patient and emotionally aware
- Able to provide a quiet, reassuring presence
- Firm but fair in approach
- Adaptable to different personalities and support needs
- Strong relationship builder
- Reliable and consistent
- Comfortable working in a homely, personalised setting
- Confident auto driver
- Enhanced DBS disclosure required (cost to be incurred by Dimensions)
- Right to work in the UK and value of diversity welcomed
Legal and Equality Statements
As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay rate with uplift for overtime you choose 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 (where applicable)
- Salary advance scheme – access up to 50% earned pay before payday
- High Street discounts (shopping, dining, entertainment, gyms)
- Life Assurance and Company Pension
- Industry‑leading training
- Enhanced DBS paid for by us
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