Support Worker

Consensus Support; Hastings; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Hastings seeks a compassionate Support Worker to provide exceptional care for individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs. The role involves engaging clients in meaningful activities while supporting their independence and personal growth. With a focus on strong values like kindness and creativity, the position offers competitive hourly pay between £12.51 and £12.81 for 37.5 hours weekly. Opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment await you.

Benefits

Career Ladder

Learning & Development programs

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in social care sector preferred, but values are most important.
• Understanding and compassion for individuals with learning disabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supported individuals.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to support individuals' needs.
• Engage individuals in meaningful activities and opportunities.
• Support community involvement and social activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Job description

Overview

Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you.

Role: Support Worker

Salary: £12.51 - £12.81 per hour

Service: Playden Gardens, TN34 2SH

Shifts: Rotational, 37.5 hours per week

Your Benefits

Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work®, as well as being one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women, Development, and Wellbeing in 2025. Here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• Career Ladder: Our dedicated career ladder provides clear opportunities for your future progression.
• Learning & Development: Support your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential.
• Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary. Withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday with Wagestream. Access to Discounts from over 150 retailers.
• Health & Wellbeing: From confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Your Role

Our Support Workers are our greatest asset. Through understanding the needs of the people you support; you’ll provide exceptional care that truly changes lives.

• Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities – empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences.
• Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions.
• Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs, and helping people to communicate effectively with others, too.

Your Service

Our supported living service offers a unique setting for young adults transitioning from their family home, educational or children’s services for the first time – providing all the support and skills needed gain independence, take responsibility and work towards their own unique goals for the future. The young people who live here enjoy making the most of their own space and privacy, but with communal areas where people can come together to learn daily living skills, plan and cook meals together, or simply just to socialise.

Your Values

You may be new to care or already have experience in the social care sector (Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant) but your values are most important to us. Values influence every interaction between our colleagues and the people we support. They are a promise that:

• We will always act with kindness.
• Stay committed to the people who rely on us.
• Embrace creativity in the way we work and grow.

Next Steps

• Once you’ve applied our dedicated in-house recruitment team will call to share more about the role.
• The next step will be an interview in the service, where you’ll meet the team and the people we support.
• If successful, we’ll organise your Free DBS Check and references prior to confirming your start date.
• Your journey will then begin with a 3-day online induction, before heading to the service to get started.

At Consensus, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, colour, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed.