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Salary £24,791.39 FTE £12.85ph Mon-Fri | £14.38 Sat-Sun Basis Variable Package Salary + Benefits Job category/type Adult Social Care Date posted 26/08/2026 Job reference OPR0000773
Job description
Optalis is the Adult Social Care delivery partner on behalf of Wokingham Borough Council and the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Council. Optalis is owned and funded by the two councils - it is not a private provider or an employment agency, and we do not offer sponsorship.
Support Worker – Support Living Maidenhead SL6
Hours: up to 37hpw (full and part-time available)
Salary: £24,791.39 FTE – £12.85ph Mon-Fri, £14.38 Sat-Sun, £50 per sleep-ins
Join our team as a Support Worker Superstar! Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We're searching for dedicated Support Workers to provide top-notch care and assistance to individuals with learning disabilities and neurodiversity in and around Maidenhead. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, if you're compassionate, reliable, and ready to roll up your sleeves, we want YOU!
We are recruiting for the following locations;
- Tithe Barn – South Bray
- Abell Gardens – Pinkneys Green
- Winston Court – Pinkneys Green
- Paddocks – Woodford Park
- Brill House – Cox Green
- Foxdown – Paley Street
- Float Support – a community-based service
- Community Lives Day Services – Boyn Hill
No experience? No problem! We provide training and support to start you on your journey with us, which includes classroom-based training at our Head Office in Wokingham and shadowing in services with our existing team. We offer opportunities for further development with qualifications and career advancement.
A valid UK driving licence and your own vehicle will be essential for some of these roles.
Working for Optalis you will also receive a range of benefits, including:
- Perkbox - rewards package offering discounts on cinema, shopping, health, travel and insurance.
- 25 days annual leave increasing annually to a maximum of 30 days (pro rata) with 8 bank holidays.
- An extra day off for your birthday.
- Health and wellbeing support, including an additional wellbeing day.
- A comprehensive paid training and development programme.
- Excellent career progression opportunities and support.
- A generous pension scheme.
Optalis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and the people we support. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check and will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The DBS clearance level required is Enhanced with Adult Barred list. For advice and information on disclosing criminal records you can contact Nacro’s support service on 0300123 1999 or helpline@nacro.org.uk
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Support Worker - Out and About Wokingham Job profile employer: Optalis
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a focus on safeguarding vulnerable adults, this role provides meaningful work alongside a collaborative team, enhanced by flexible hybrid working arrangements, generous annual leave, and a strong pension scheme, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in social work.
