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Support Worker
Support Worker
Application Deadline: 30 July 2026 Department: Learning Disability Employment Type: Permanent Location: West Sussex – Chichester Reporting To: Service Manager Compensation: £13.49/hour
About the Provider
Southdown is a not-for-profit provider supporting 160 adults with learning and physical disabilities across Sussex. They run 23 supported living services and 4 residential care homes.
The Role
Description
Support people with learning disabilities to live full, happy lives in Windebanks, Chichester.
Work 24 to 30 hours per week at £13.49 per hour, with payouts for unsociable shifts:
- Unsociable hours uplift: £4.51 extra per shift (waking night shifts)
- Sleep-in shifts (10pm–7am): £61 per shift
- Disturbance payments: £ unsociable uplift plus hourly pay if disturbed for 1–4 hours; full rate plus £4.51 allowance if disturbed for 4+ hours
Your responsibilities will include empowering clients to lead independent, dignified lives through:
- Community engagement – organising walks, cinema visits, shopping, and café outings
- Daily living support – cooking, cleaning, and personal care assistance
- Personal development – helping build confidence and autonomy
Previous experience in Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurse, or Mental Health Care Worker roles is welcome, but full training will be provided.
"The best thing about my job is the clients. Getting to know them, their characters, and just enjoying life with them." – Karen, Southdown Support Worker
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About the Service
Windebanks supports five individuals with learning disabilities in five self-contained flats within a detached property in a pleasant residential area of Donnington.
- Clinically a visual distance from Chichester town centre, with local amenities and public transport access within walking distance.
- Focused on enabling active, fulfilling lives with increased choice, control, and independence.
- Work at Windebanks or additional sites as needed.
Benefits
- Health cost cash-back scheme : Access to dental, optical, and physical therapy healthcare cover, with additional options.
- Interest-free loans : Assistance with tenancy deposits, season travel tickets, or purchasing a car.
- Easit Network : Discounted train, bus, and car travel (e.g., 15% off NHS/season rail tickets).
- Blue Light card : Access to 3,000+ social care discounts across shops, restaurants, and high-street brands.
- Social & emotional support : Free, confidential counselling & advice from an independent service.
- Holiday entitlement : 25 days paid holiday + all UK bank holidays (or equivalent paid time-in-lieu for shifts worked).
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Essential Requirements
- A patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.
- Completion (or willingness) to undertake Southdown’s training in:
- Health & social care
- Moving and handling
- Positive Behaviour Support
- Safeguarding procedures
- Health protocols
- Ability/comfort with intimate/personal care requirements.
- Enhanced DBS check (paid for by Southdown).
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Desirable Experience
- Caregiver or support experience with:
- Physical or cognitive disabilities
- Learning disabilities or mental health issues
- Challenging behaviour
- Medication administration & record-keeping knowledge
- Familiarity with Makaton or similar non-verbal communication methods.
Occasional Additional Needs
- Mobility assistance (e.g., wheelchair transfers, bathing support)
- Manual driving licence (for service vehicles & community access where needed)
This role may sometimes be restricted to applicants of a particular sex (in line with the Equality Act 2010) due to client needs.
Training
Full training provided – no prior experience required. Qualify and build skills with Sussex’s largest provider of home, care, and support services.
How to Apply
Please apply ASAP via the ‘Apply Now’ button and complete our one-page assessment form.
- Interviews held discreetly, even after deadline, if a suitable candidate is identified.
- Rolling applications mean earlier submissions reduce waiting risks.
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