Support Worker - Permanent - Part Time - Hampton

Support Worker - Permanent - Part Time - Hampton

ID: Job Specialism: CollegeLocation: HamptonSalary: 13Closing Date: Wednesday, 28th October 2026

Could you be a Support Worker?

We're looking for a reliable and motivated Support Worker to join our team at Sense College Peterborough , supporting young people and adults with complex disabilities to access learning, develop their independence and get the most out of everyday life.

This is a permanent, part-time role working 21 hours per week across three days, from 9:15am4:15pm , with a salary of 13 per hour .

As a Support Worker, you'll provide high-quality, person-centred support tailored to each individual and their support plan. The people we support may have complex support needs, including hearing and/or sight difficulties, learning or physical disabilities, mental health needs or behaviours that challenge.

You'll support learners to take part in enjoyable and purposeful activities, access their local community, learn new skills and make choices about the things that matter to them. A big part of your role will be encouraging independence and ensuring each learner has a voice in how they are supported.

Communication is at the heart of what we do. You'll take the time to understand how each person communicates and adapt your approach to meet their individual needs, which may include developing new skills in the use of signs and symbols.

The duties are varied and no two days will be the same. You may support learners with their mobility, health and wellbeing and personal care, including continence requirements where needed. You'll also support learners to access their communities and participate in activities that are meaningful to them.

What we're looking for:

We're looking for someone who is caring, reliable and committed to providing genuinely person-centred support.

You'll need:

• Previous caring or support experience gained in a personal, voluntary or professional capacity

• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team

• The ability to adapt your communication style to meet the needs of the people you support

• A willingness to develop new communication skills, including signs and symbols where required

• The ability to support people with their mobility and participate in activities alongside them

• Confidence using your own initiative and good judgement

• A creative, person-centred approach to problem solving

• The ability to build positive working relationships and communicate effectively with learners, colleagues and others

Previous experience supporting people with sensory impairments, dual sensory impairments or people who use a range of communication methods would be an advantage, but isn't essential. Full training relevant to the service and your role will be provided.

About Sense College Peterborough

At Sense College Peterborough, we provide specialist education and support designed around the individual needs, interests and aspirations of our learners.

We offer a broad range of learning opportunities that support learners to develop their communication, independence, everyday living skills and confidence while working towards meaningful educational outcomes and preparing for adulthood.

You'll be joining a team committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where every learner is listened to, encouraged to achieve and supported to have greater choice and control over their future.

The role is based at Sense College Peterborough, Ground Floor, 50 Forder Way, Cygnet Park, Hampton, Peterborough, PE7 8JB.

Working at Sense gives you a wide range of benefits including:

• 24 days' holiday +