We're looking for a reliable and motivated Support Worker to join our professional team at Sense College Streatley, 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, Wednesday to Friday from 8:45am-3:45pm, 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 participate in activities that are meaningful to them, including hydrotherapy sessions.
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 drive, which is essential for this role
The ability to swim and support learners in the hydrotherapy pool
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 Streatley
At Sense College Streatley, we provide specialist education and support designed around the individual needs, interests and aspirations of our learners.
Our programmes give learners opportunities to develop their communication, independence and everyday living skills while taking part in meaningful activities and accessing their communities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where each person is listened to, respected and supported to make choices and maximise their independence.
The role is based at Sense College Streatley, Keech Hospice Care, Great Bramingham Lane, Streatley, LU3 3NT.
Working at Sense gives you a wide range of benefits including:
24 days' holiday + bank holiday entitlement; increasing with length of service
Free DBS Check
Free leadership and management development
Free access to over 100 online and face-to-face training opportunities
Flexible working and family-friendly policies
Health and wellbeing support
Pension Scheme
About Sense
Sense is here to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs. That's why we're committed to increasing the number of disabled people working across our organisation and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our vacancies and believe that a diverse range of perspectives, experiences and talents makes us stronger.
We know there's always more we can do to become a truly inclusive employer, and we're working together to achieve that. Join us and help create the change thousands of disabled people with complex needs and families told us they want to see: a world without limits.
If you need us to adjust our recruitment process to help you access our vacancies, then please get in touch with a member of the Talent Acquisition team. We are a Disability Confident Leader and commit to interviewing disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for a role.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
Support Worker
Company: Sense Salary: from £13 an hour Hours: Part-time Location: Streatley, LU3 3NT Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 9 Oct 2026 Closing date: 16 Oct 2026
Summary
Could you be a Support Worker?
We're looking for a reliable and motivated Support Worker to join our professional team at Sense College Streatley, 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, Wednesday to Friday from 8:45am-3:45pm, 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 participate in activities that are meaningful to them, including hydrotherapy sessions.
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 drive, which is essential for this role
The ability to swim and support learners in the hydrotherapy pool
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.
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At Sense, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values compassion and enthusiasm. Our team members enjoy flexible working hours, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of those we support in Margate. Join us to be part of a dedicated community where your contributions are recognised and rewarded.
