Support Worker

Active Prospects; Caterham on the Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive care organization in Caterham on the Hill seeks a dedicated Support Worker to assist individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism. The role involves delivering personalized care, engaging clients in community activities, and providing emotional support. Successful candidates can expect an inclusive and friendly environment, enhanced pay, further training opportunities, and a comprehensive induction program. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support.

Benefits

Enhanced pay (maternal, paternal or adoption)

Employee Assistance Programme

Support with gaining further qualifications, NVQs

Financial awards for successful recruitment referrals

Blue light card / Tastecard

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting people with Learning Disabilities & Autism.
• Ability to work in a supportive and empathetic manner.
• Willingness to undertake further training and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised care and support based on assessed needs.
• Engage clients in meaningful activities at home and in the community.
• Provide emotional support to individuals who have faced trauma.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities

Empathy and kindness

Ability to engage in meaningful activities

Education

NVQ qualifications (supporting role)

Job description

Job Title: Support Worker / Waking Night Support Worker

Salary: £12.75 p/h

Location: Caterham on the Hill

Service Type: Learning Disabilities / Autism

Active Prospects have been awarded with the UKs Best Place to Work 2025 by Great Places to Work UK!

We are looking for Support Workers who have previous experience supporting people with Learning Disabilities & Autism to join our brand new team who will be supporting two individuals to enable them to continue living as independently as possible, delivering personalised care and support as per their assessed needs, and engaging them in meaningful activities both at home as well as the local community.

We will be taking over their current provision until we can build them new homes on the same site. The people we support currently have their own flats within a setting in Caterham and receive several hours of 1:1 and 2:1 with shared support. The two Gentleman have been discriminated against, faced trauma, and require staff with empathy and kindness to support them on their road to leading an aspiring life.

In return for your dedicated service, you can expect:

• Enhanced pay (maternal, paternal or adoption)
• Employee Assistance Programme with various aspects of free legal support and counselling
• Support with gaining further qualifications, NVQs
• Financial awards for successful recruitment referrals
• Blue light card / Tastecard

Most importantly inclusive, friendly and supportive environment for you to grow and thrive. Active Prospects has an amazing Induction Programme which ensures that all our employees receive classroom and on the job training and support to prepare them within their new roles before they enter the service – your first 3 weeks of employment are in training, you start with us fully trained and begin your journey as a Support Worker with us thereafter.

Apply today or contact us directly on [e-mail] and 01737 924 086 to speak to a friendly Recruitment Advisor.

Please note: all offers are subject to satisfactory completion of our pre-employment compliance standards