At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with profound disabilities, helping them enjoy life and stay connected.
- Company: Dimensions, a recognised Great Place to Work with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: £12.71 per hour, £50 per sleep-in shift, 30 days annual leave, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a team that values inclusion and offers excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a genuine impact in people's lives while enjoying flexible working hours.
- Qualifications: Enthusiastic, caring, and patient individuals who can communicate effectively.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
Make every day matter in a role with purpose, flexibility, and genuine impact. We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker to join our team in Derbyshire. This role offers flexibility, a supportive team culture, and the chance to make a meaningful difference to people's lives.
Who You Will Be Supporting
- You will be supporting three individuals:
- Two young gentlemen
- One lady in her 40s-50s
All have profound and multiple learning disabilities. They enjoy a variety of hobbies and value time with family, who remain closely involved in their care. Their interests include:
- Meeting family and friends
- Football and cricket
- Day trips, walks, and visiting local pubs
- Shopping and meals out
- Hobbies and healthy living activities
Your support will help them enjoy everyday moments, build confidence, and stay connected to the things they love.
What You Will Be Doing
- Personal care: Supporting with all aspects of personal care, maintaining dignity and comfort.
- Community support: Providing shared and 1:1 support for outings, activities, and appointments.
- Mobility assistance: Supporting individuals who use wheelchairs, hoists, and mobility equipment.
- Meal preparation: Preparing meals and supporting with dietary needs and healthy routines.
- Medication: Administering medication safely and in line with guidance.
- Household support: Assisting with cooking, shopping, budgeting, housework, and attending health appointments.
- Emotional support: Offering reassurance, understanding individual communication styles, and responding positively to behaviours.
Who We Are Looking For
- Enthusiastic, caring, and compassionate
- Confident communicating with people who do not use words to speak
- Patient, respectful, and committed to advocating for others
- Friendly and positive, with a genuine interest in community activities
- Organised and reliable
- Comfortable supporting people with profound and multiple learning disabilities
Shift Pattern
Shifts include:
- 7:00am - 4:00pm
- 4:00pm - 10:00pm
- Sleep-Ins: 10:00pm - 7:00am
Rotas are planned in advance to support a healthy work-life balance.
Why Choose Dimensions
- A recognised Great Place to Work
- Rewards that make a difference
- 30 days' annual leave (pro rata)
- Option to buy or sell annual leave
- Bike to Work scheme
- Discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gyms
- £200 refer-a-friend bonus
- Grow with us
- Paid training
- Funded accredited qualifications
- Support through Dimensions Academy and Aspire
- Live well, work well
- Comprehensive wellbeing strategy
- Staff listening network
- Health checks
- Supportive culture grounded in Dimensions' values
Belonging and Inclusion
We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
Other Important Information
Applications are reviewed upon receipt; interviews continue until the role is filled. An enhanced DBS check is required and funded by Dimensions. We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all recruitment communications.
Ready to make every day matter? Apply now and join a team where you will feel supported, valued, and proud of the difference you make.
