At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults with learning disabilities and complex needs in various environments.
- Company: Join a dynamic team dedicated to empowering individuals in their communities.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 30 days annual leave, career progression, and discounts on shopping and leisure.
- Other info: Full training provided, with opportunities for nationally recognised qualifications.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining diverse experience.
- Qualifications: Flexible, confident, and passionate about delivering great support.
The predicted salary is between 13.96 - 13.96 £ per hour.
Are you someone who enjoys variety, thrives in different environments and loves meeting new people? If so, our Floating Support Worker role could be the perfect opportunity for you. We’re looking for flexible and confident Support Workers to provide cover across services throughout Worcester and the surrounding areas, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex support needs. No two days are the same in this role. You’ll work across a variety of services, building meaningful relationships while gaining experience supporting people with different personalities, interests and support requirements. Reporting to the Resource Manager, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring people continue to receive high‑quality, person‑centred support whenever and wherever it’s needed.
What Makes This Role Different?
- Work across a variety of Dimensions services
- Meet and support a diverse range of people
- Build a broad range of skills and experience
- Develop confidence working in different environments
- Provide essential support to ensure continuity of care
- Enjoy a role where every week can look different
Responsibilities
- Encourage independence and choice
- Support people with daily living tasks
- Provide personal care where required
- Support medication administration
- Help people access their local communities
- Support hobbies, interests and social activities
- Build positive, trusting relationships
- Follow support plans and ensure high standards of care
- Work alongside a variety of teams and professionals
Flexibility & Travel
- Travel across Worcester and the surrounding areas
- Work a range of shift patterns, including weekends, bank holidays and sleep‑ins where required
- Shift patterns and service placements will be discussed throughout the recruitment process and matched wherever possible to your availability and contracted hours
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential
Essential Attributes
- Flexible and adaptable
- Confident working in different environments
- Passionate about delivering great support
- Reliable, organised and self‑motivated
- Strong communicator
- Comfortable building relationships quickly
- Positive and proactive approach
- Experienced within care and support environments (preferred but not essential)
- Share our values and be committed to helping people lead fulfilling and independent lives
Driving Requirements
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential.
Working Hours
- Full Time – 37.5 hours per week (must be flexible with availability).
Pay
- £13.96 per hour + sleep‑in payments.
Benefits
- Up to 30 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays, pro rata)
- Career progression opportunities
- Fully funded, industry‑leading training
- Nationally recognised qualifications
- Salary advance scheme – access up to 50% of earned pay before payday
- High Street discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays and days out
- Life assurance and company pension
- Enhanced DBS paid for by us (cost incurred by Dimensions)
Equal Opportunity Statement
We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce.
Disability Confident Leaders
As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Floating Support Worker employer: Dimensions (UK) Ltd.
Dimensions (UK) Ltd. is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where every team member is valued. With generous benefits such as 30 days of paid leave and comprehensive training, employees are encouraged to grow in their roles while making a meaningful impact in the community. Working in Worcester, you'll enjoy a vibrant environment that fosters teamwork and personal fulfilment, making it an ideal place for those passionate about supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
