Support Worker - Permanent - Part Time - Streatley

Support Worker - Permanent - Part Time - Streatley

ID: Job Specialism: CollegeLocation: StreatleySalary: 13.00Closing Date: Friday, 16th October 2026

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 8:45am3:45pm , 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 +