Relief Support Worker - No experience required

Join Our Team as a Support Worker in Winnersh/Wokingham! - Flexible Hours with Potential for Permanent Opportunities Location: Wokingham, RG41 (Just a 16min walk from Winnersh Train Station) Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour 12.07% hourly bonus (paid instead of accrued annual leave) Position: Relief / 0 Hours / Bank Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence Are you ready to make a meaningful impact while working in a vibrant, supportive environment? We're looking for enthusiastic and proactive Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Wokingham, supporting four amazing gentlemen in their 50s-60s to live fulfilling and independent lives. Who Will I Be Supporting? You'll be working in a registered care home that is lively, dynamic, and full of activities. Each of the gentlemen has learning disabilities, and some also live with epilepsy. Here's what makes them special: Vibrant and Social Personalities: They enjoy music, football matches, sensory sessions, and arts and crafts. Foodies: They love planning and sharing meals, whether it's cooking at home or dining out at the local pub. Active and Engaged: From trips to town on the bus to visits with the "Music Man," every day is about meaningful engagement. Unique Communication Styles: Three of the individuals do not use words to communicate and they thrive with patient, empathetic support. This is a home filled with laughter, music, and creativity-a place where every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact. What Will You Be Doing? As a Support Worker, you'll play a key role in helping these gentlemen live their best lives by: Promoting Independence: Assist with daily tasks like personal care, budgeting, meal preparation, and shopping. Encouraging Activities: Support outings to the cinema, sensory sessions, and football matches, or enjoy an arts and crafts afternoon together. Providing Tailored Care: Offer specialised support, including PEG feeding for one individual, and maintain established routines. Maintaining the Home: Help with housework and meal planning to ensure the environment remains welcoming and comfortable. Building Relationships: Work closely with families and other team members to create a positive and engaging atmosphere. Shift Patterns Long Days: 8am - 8pm Rotas are provided in advance to support a healthy work-life balance. What We're Looking For: We're seeking individuals who are: Empathetic & Encouraging: A kind, understanding approach goes a long way. Proactive & Organised: You'll help maintain routines and take initiative in planning activities. Outgoing & Fun: Ready to join in on music sessions, discos, and trips to the football match. Great Communicators: Able to support and understand these individuals through attentive and patient interaction. Why Choose Dimensions? Award-Winning Workplace: Recognized as one of the UK's best workplaces in the 'super large' category by the Great Place to Work Institute six years in a row. Generous Leave: 30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave. Career Development: Access paid training and opportunities to further develop your career through funded accredited courses. Well-Being Focus: Benefit from our comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network. Values-Driven: Join a team that puts 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. Additional Perks: Bike to Work scheme, and 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. 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. Apply now to join a team that values you and the incredible work you do. Let's create a brighter future together!

Location: Wokingham, GB

Posted Date: 5/24/2025