At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to support individuals in living fulfilling lives and deliver outstanding care.
- Company: Dimensions, a leader in person-centred support and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible shifts, 30 days annual leave, and high street discounts.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and industry-leading training available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities or autism is essential.
The predicted salary is between 14.45 - 14.45 £ per hour.
At Dimensions, we believe in supporting people to live the lives they choose. We are now looking for a passionate and motivated Lead Support Worker to join our team at Prince George House, supporting five gentlemen who live across four flats. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career—leading by example, supporting colleagues, and making a real difference in people's lives.
Reporting to Registered Locality Manager, you will play a key leadership role within the service, ensuring high-quality, person-centred support is consistently delivered.
- Lead by example to deliver outstanding support
- Empower the people we support to live fulfilling, independent lives
- Support colleagues through supervisions and 1-2-1s
- Work collaboratively with the management team
- Occasionally support with off-rota administrative tasks
- Be flexible to work across other homes within the locality if required
Mixture of shifts: 7:00am - 2:30pm & 2:30pm - 10:00pm. Sleep-in shifts required (£50 per night).
We are looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about person-centred support and inclusion
- Has experience supporting people with learning disabilities/autism (or similar)
- Is confident supporting colleagues and stepping into a leadership role
- Puts people we support at the heart of everything we do
- Offers opportunities to grow and develop your career
- Works with purpose—helping people live life their way
We offer:
- A competitive pay rate with uplift for overtime you choose to work
- Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
- 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays - pro rata)
- Opportunities for career progression
- Supported ‘Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
- High Street Discounts - Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
- Life Assurance and Company Pension
- Industry leading training
- Enhanced DBS paid for by us
An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions. We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce. As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.
Lead Worker / Support Worker in Dorchester employer: Dimensions
At Dimensions, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that empowers our staff to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support. Located in Dorchester, our Lead Support Worker role provides not only competitive pay and flexible shifts but also extensive career development opportunities, including industry-leading training and a unique 'Learn to Drive' scheme. Join us to be part of a team that values diversity and prioritises person-centred care, ensuring you can grow while helping others live their best lives.
