Support Worker – TF9 (Market Drayton Area)
Location: TF9 (Just a 2 min drive from Beacon Community Centre)
Pay: £12.31 Per Hour (£50 Per Sleep-In Shift)
Setting: Supporting one gentleman in his own home
Support Needs: Learning disability
Position: Full-Time (37.5 Per Week)
Are you patient, reliable, and full of positive energy? We’re looking for a Support Worker to join a friendly and flexible team supporting a sociable gentleman in his 30s who enjoys music, shopping, games, and getting out and about.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, has a good sense of humour, and is keen to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.
About the Person You’ll Be Supporting
He’s chatty, active, and loves engaging with others. His interests include:
- Music and DJing
- Shopping and social outings
- Board and card games
- Walks and exploring the local area
He thrives with support that’s consistent, upbeat, and tailored to his needs. While he doesn’t require personal care or feeding support, he benefits from prompting and encouragement in daily routines.
Your Role
You’ll be providing 1:1 support and working across a variety of shifts, helping him maintain independence and enjoy his day-to-day life. Responsibilities include:
- Supporting with daily routines and activities
- Encouraging healthy habits and social engagement
- Assisting with meal preparation and medication administration
- Being a positive presence and helping him stay active and connected
Shift Patterns
- Day Shifts: 7:00am – 2:30pm / 2:30pm – 10:00pm
- Sleep-In Shifts: 10:00pm – 7:00am
Rotas are planned in advance to support a healthy work-life balance.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
- Patient and reliable, with a flexible approach
- Fit and active, able to keep up with a busy and sociable lifestyle
- Positive and engaging, with a great sense of humour
- Team-oriented, willing to work across support settings
- Values-driven, committed to person-centred care
Experience isn’t essential—what matters most is your attitude and willingness to learn.
Family Involvement
There is currently no direct family involvement, but you’ll be part of a supportive team that values consistency and communication.
Why Choose Dimensions?
- Award-Winning Workplace: Recognised as one of the UK’s best workplaces in the ‘super large’ category by the Great Place to Work Institute seven years in a row.
- Generous Leave: 30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave.
- Career Development: Paid training and opportunities to further develop your career through funded accredited courses.
- Well-Being Focus: Comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network.
- Values-Driven: We put people with learning disabilities and their families at the heart of everything we do.
- Referral Bonus: Receive a £200 bonus if you refer a friend and they’re successfully employed.
- Learn To Drive Scheme: For non-driver opportunities, we cover the cost of driving lessons for colleagues.
- Additional Perks: Bike to Work scheme, discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships.
Other Important Information
- Immediate Reviews: Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will continue until positions are filled.
- Equality Commitment: Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
- DBS Disclosure: An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be covered by Dimensions.
- Inclusive Workforce: We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce.
- Disability Confident: We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
- BSL Support: British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all of our recruitment communications.
Ready to make a real difference? Apply now and join a team that values you and the incredible work you do!
