Female Weekend Support Worker in Exeter

Role Description

Female Weekend Support Worker - Make Every Day Matter

Location:

Exeter, Devon

Salary:

£13.09 per hour plus benefits

Hours:

16-20 hours a week

Driving Licence:

Manual full UK licence essential

Visa Sponsorship Not Available

Applicants must already be authorised to work in the United Kingdom; the employer is not able to provide new work authorisation.

Make a Real Difference

We are excited to welcome an experienced Support Worker to join our supported living home in Exeter, Devon. If you’re someone who leads with empathy, champions quality of life, and believes in supporting people to live the lives they choose, while building genuine, trusted relationships, this could be the role for you.

What’s in It for You?

• Guaranteed hours - stability you can rely on




• Paid training and career development - grow your skills with us




• A supportive and friendly team - you’ll never be on your own




• Stream (formerly Wagestream) - access your pay when you need it

Learn more about our benefits and recognition here:

Is This You?

Do you stay calm when things take time?
Can you explain information clearly and more than once if needed?
Do you value routine, structure and helping others feel safe and confident?

This is a physical, hands-on role, and to succeed you’ll have:

• Good spoken and written English




• A full UK manual driving licence




• The right to live and work in the UK




• A practical, active approach to work, with the ability to support people throughout the day




• A caring, positive and resilient mindset

If you genuinely care about people, we can teach you the rest.

How Will You Make a Difference

As a Support Worker, you’ll help people live fuller, more independent lives by:

• Supporting daily routines from morning to bedtime




• Planning and enjoying person-centered activities - walks, swimming, shopping and trips out




• Building trusted, respectful relationships that support confidence and wellbeing




• Keeping clear and accurate records




• Working closely with colleagues and professionals

This is a role where building strong relationships is just as important as providing practical support.

Learn more about the role and watch our "Day in the Life of a Support Worker" video to bring it to life!

About the Home

Exeter Support Service is a supported living service for adults with learning and other disabilities, many of whom have sight loss. Our care is individually tailored and person-centered, and follows a thorough assessment of need and be familiar with each individual's aspirations.

This is more than a job - it’s a chance to empower someone to live life boldly and independently. As part of a close-knit team.

People at Exeter homes are a very active group who spend a lot of time getting out for walks, picnics, theatre trip and days out. We love engaging in activities with the local community also enjoy fun activities such as dancing, going out for food, bowling and cinema.

As a support worker your contribution will be invaluable. You’ll work as a team to ensure an outstanding support in line with our vision and best centered care. If you are looking to make a real difference, Exeter Support Living Service is the place for you!

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Our Benefits

Safer Recruitment

SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All colleagues are expected to uphold this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including:

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (where appropriate)




• Identity, current address and right-to-work verification




• Health declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered




• Employment references relating to work with children or vulnerable adults

All checks are completed at SeeAbility’s expense before a start date is confirmed.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

• We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including those with disabilities or who are neurodivergent.




• Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.




• In exceptional circumstances, a genuine occupational requirement may apply under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1)

For this role, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010

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