Support Worker Jobs - £26,427–£26,847 per year - UK Visa Sponsorship Available in Worthing

Employer: West Sussex County Council (WSCC).

Location: The Rowans Day Opportunity Hub, Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom.

Salary: Advertised at around £26,427–£26,847 per annum.

Employment type: Full-time.

Work arrangement: In person, based at the Day Opportunity Hub, with activities and support delivered within the centre and local community.

Visa sponsorship: Not guaranteed. Applicants requiring sponsorship must assess their eligibility against the applicable UK government requirements.

Overview of the advertised job

West Sussex County Council is recruiting a Support Worker to join its Day Opportunity Service at The Rowans, a specialist hub in Worthing supporting adults with autism, dementia, learning disabilities, brain injuries and other physical or cognitive impairments.

The successful candidate will provide person-centred support, helping individuals maintain their independence, develop everyday living skills and participate in meaningful activities. The role focuses on promoting personal choice, confidence, social interaction and wellbeing through tailored programmes delivered within the centre and the wider community.

The successful applicant will work alongside an experienced team to support individuals in achieving their personal goals while ensuring their dignity, safety and independence are maintained.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities, dementia, autism and other complex needs in their daily activities.
• Help individuals develop and maintain independent living skills and personal confidence.
• Provide practical assistance with physical, social and emotional needs.
• Encourage participation in activities such as cooking, gardening, music, arts, crafts and health and wellbeing programmes.
• Support individuals in maintaining existing friendships and developing new social relationships.
• Promote personal choice and ensure service users participate in decisions concerning their care and support.
• Encourage community involvement and participation in meaningful activities.
• Monitor individuals’ wellbeing and identify changes in behaviour or health that may require attention.
• Maintain accurate daily records and communicate relevant information during team handovers.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, carers and other professionals.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of learning disabilities, dementia, cognitive impairments and physical or sensory disabilities.
• Ability to demonstrate patience, kindness, empathy and a non-judgemental approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand individual needs and identify practical solutions.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for maintaining records and documenting activities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and individual rights.
• Ability to adapt communication methods to meet different needs, including basic Makaton where appropriate.
• Level 2 Adult Care Worker qualification or equivalent. Applicants without this qualification are expected to begin it after their six-month probationary period.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety, first aid, fire procedures and moving and handling.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of £26,427–£26,847.
• Opportunity to work within an experienced adult social care team.
• Supportive working environment with an emphasis on employee development.
• Opportunities to develop practical care and support skills.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s independence and quality of life.
• Guaranteed interview scheme for eligible applicants who are disabled, veterans or care leavers.

Inclusive workplace that values diversity and different backgrounds.