Support Worker
Dimensions (UK) Ltd., Kingsmead, Bath and North East Somerset
Support Worker
£13
Dimensions (UK) Ltd., Kingsmead, Bath and North East Somerset
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 3 days ago, 7 May | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 5b377b2802db4ad6bae262bbcac8d5b0
Location ref: Kingsmead, Bath and North East Somerset
Full Job Description
You'll support six individuals (five gentlemen and one lady), aged from their 20s to 60s, each living in their own self-contained flat within a supported living setting. There is no core shared support - you'll focus on building strong, meaningful relationships and tailoring support to each person's unique needs. People you'll support may have:
- Autism
- Learning disabilities
- Cerebral palsy
- Epilepsy
- Behaviours of distress (three people have PBS plans) Shifts include:
- Early: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Late: 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Day: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM / 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Sleep-in: 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM What Are Their Interests? A wonderfully varied and active group, with hobbies including:
- Walking, bowling and archery
- Plane spotting and dining out
- Music sessions, singing and musicals
- Cooking (with supervision), cleaning and daily routines
- Spending quality time with friends and staff Family involvement is strong, and you'll be part of a team that values and supports these relationships.,
- Promoting independence and supporting skill-building
- Adapting communication styles to suit each person
- Cooking and meal preparation, including following SALT plans
- Administering medication, including rescue medication for epilepsy
- Following PBS plans to support individuals with behaviours of distress
- Lone working while staying connected to the wider team
You'll bring kindness, patience and confidence - especially when lone working. You'll adapt your communication style, stay organised with routines, and be motivated by making a genuine difference every day. We're looking for someone who is: - Confident & responsible (comfortable with lone working)
- Patient, kind and calm in their approach
- Organised and detail-oriented
- Dynamic, person-centred and proactive
- A driver with an auto-friendly licence (essential) Whether you're experienced or completely new to support work, we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.
- A competitive pay rate with uplift for overtime you choose to work
- Flexible shift patterns to support your work-life balance
- 30 days paid annual leave (including public holidays - pro rata)
- Opportunities for career progression
- Supported Learn to Drive scheme (up to 30 lessons + tests paid for)
- Salary advance scheme - access up to 50% of your pay before payday
- High street, retail and entertainment discounts
- Life Assurance and Company Pension
- Industry-leading training
- Enhanced DBS paid for by us
At Dimensions, you'll find more than a job - you'll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. Together, we make a real difference - for the people we support and for you. We're proud to be accredited as a Great Place to Work for 8 years in a row.