Salary: A GBP 24,969 – A GBP 27,169 FTE DOE. Enhancements: Weekends +25 (16:23‑17:65) Bank Holidays double time (25:96‑28:24) subject to change.
Location: North Chailey (BN8 4EF)
Hours: 21.37 per week. You could be scheduled on any of these shifts as part of our 4‑week rota.
- Morning: 07:00‑14:00
- Late: 13:45‑21:00
- Split: 07:30‑10:00 and 15:00‑21:00
(Bank contracts currently unavailable. Sponsorships not offered.)
Bring your energy. Share your care. Enrich young lives.
At Chailey Heritage Foundation, our Support Workers make every day count – bringing patience, warmth, and positivity to children and young people with complex disabilities.
This role is about being hands‑on, providing personal care and support, and helping to create a safe and welcoming environment where young people can learn, grow, and enjoy new experiences.
Why Us?
This is more than a support role. It’s the start of a meaningful career where your values, compassion and commitment can shine. At Chailey Heritage Foundation, you’ll find training, progression and the chance to grow into new opportunities – all while making a real impact every day for children and young people with complex disabilities.
- A true sense of purpose and belonging.
- A supportive team that values empathy and compassion.
- Extensive training and career progression opportunities, including a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
What You’ll Do
As a Support Worker, you’ll provide hands‑on care and create unforgettable experiences for the children and young people. Your responsibilities include:
- Safeguarding: Ensuring safety and well‑being tailored to their needs.
- Health and Wellbeing: Supporting eating, drinking, medication and managing epilepsy.
- Mobility: Assisting with powered mobility and equipment.
- Intimate Care: Maintaining dignity while meeting hygiene needs.
- Activities and Outings: Encouraging engagement in exciting activities and trips.
What We’re Looking For
You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:
- A basic understanding of the care needs of individuals with physical disabilities.
- Empathy, patience and a positive outlook on diversity.
- Strong communication skills and a passion for supporting young people in activities.
- Willingness to work shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities or a willingness to drive Foundation vehicles is a bonus.
Benefits
We believe in nurturing potential – for children and young people, and for colleagues too. That’s why we invest in you with:
- Competitive Salary
- Enhanced Annual Leave: 25‑30 days (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
- Healthcare Cash Plan and Wellbeing Support
- Enhanced Pension Scheme and Death in Service Benefit
- Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Retail and leisure discounts
- Free onsite parking, cafà de, and kitchen facilities
- Fully Funded Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading
Plus, we cover the cost of all DBS checks and renewals.
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chailey Heritage Foundation, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application: careers.chf.uk/job/support:worker:5797347?sourcechf.uk
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