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Support Worker
Support Worker (Full-Time/Part-Time) – Adults with Learning Disabilities & Autism
Department: Support Roles Location: Watford Compensation: £12.81/hour (<£32,000/year potential with sleep-ins & overtime)
About the Role
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in people’s lives? If you have a heart for supporting and empowering individuals with learning disabilities and autism to thrive, we’re looking for you!
We’re hiring full-time or part-time permanent Support Workers (up to 37.5 hours per week) to work in a supported living environment. No prior experience is needed—just dedication to helping adults achieve independence, build confidence, and live their lives on their own terms.
This role delivers mix-and-match variety: no two days are the same. If you thrive in dynamic, supportive environments, this could be your perfect fit.
“No experience required. Just a commitment to change lives.”
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1, person-centred support that combines practical and emotional assistance, tailored to each individual’s needs. Core duties include:
- Helping individuals develop daily living skills (e.g. personal care, home management, budgeting).
- Encouraging social participation, independence, and community engagement.
- Assisting with psychological and physical well-being, adjusting care plans as needs evolve.
- Working closely with familial/friendly relationships and external agencies (e.g. health services, social care).
- Responding professionally and calmly during challenges, using crisis intervention if required.
- Supporting our workplace philosophy: “Empower, don’t rely—help people succeed.”
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Skills & Experience
Essential: ✅ A warm, patient approach—passion for enabling others trumps qualifications. ✅ Strong communication skills to build trust and advocate effectively. ✅ Reliability, problem-solving and resilience for long-term late/sleep/early shift patterns. ✅ Current UK Manual Driving Licence (mechanical driving required for client visits).
Desirable:
- Professional background in social care, PA/disability support, or special needs fields—though not mandatory.
- Ability to adapt support strategies to different diagnoses and ages.
Commitments:
- Willingness to work beyond Monday–Friday, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (minimum 5 sleep-ins/month at +£75/hour bonus).
- Strong team player too: blend independent action with collaborative support planning.
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Benefits
Practical & Financial:
- Base pay: £12.81/hour with £75 boost per sleep-in → £32,000+ average per year.
- Guaranteed 1.25 days paid per year of service (free birthday day + extras).
- Flexible overtime opportunities for added income.
- Paid Care Professional Academy discounts, Costco card, and Blue Light Discount Card.
Training & Growth:
- Full paid induction tailored to your role + regular bespoke training.
- Ongoing job progression routes within our Outstanding CQC-rated organisation.
Wellbeing & Support:
- Supportive, inclusive culture with employee awards (monthly, yearly).
- Employees’ will assisted program, free DBS checks, and Constant Vetting.
- Modern workspace with career advancement from day one.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team proud to call Partners in Support our home—where every life story is examining, every goal is celebrated.
Applications open rolling, and roles may be filled before the “deadline.” Apply today to apply early! 📩 [Click here to send CV]
Salary data reflects full-time equivalents in 2024–25.
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