Support Worker The Dexters, The Gravers, Christmas Lodge - York

Amitola Communities; York; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Amitola Communities is seeking a Support Worker in York to assist adults facing mental health challenges and learning disabilities. This role emphasizes personal qualities over formal experience, welcoming individuals with a compassionate and calm approach, as well as those with lived experiences. Benefits include training opportunities and support for recognized qualifications, reflecting the commitment to employee development.

Benefits

Full time or Part time available

Training opportunities

Support for recognized qualifications

Qualifications

• No formal care experience required; focus on personal qualities.
• Lived experience of mental health or care roles is valued.
• A commitment to helping people achieve personal recovery goals.

Responsibilities

• Aid adults with mental health needs and learning disabilities.
• Support residents in life skills and personal development.
• Help maintain routines and promote independent living.

Skills

Compassionate

Good listener

Calm demeanor

Job description

The Dexters, The Gravers, Christmas Lodge - York £13.30/hour (weekday) | £13.80/hour (weekend)

Location: The Dexters, The Gravers, Christmas Lodge - York

As a Support Worker, you’ll play a key role in helping adults with enduring mental health needs and/or learning disabilities live with dignity, purpose, and connection. You'll support residents in developing life skills, maintaining routines, and progressing along their personal recovery journeys – whether that means long-term stability or preparing for more independent living.

You don’t need formal care experience – we’re more interested in who you are. If you’re calm, compassionate, a good listener, and committed to helping people live fuller lives, you could be the right fit. We also welcome people with lived experience of mental health or care roles, career changers from education, hospitality, or community work, and experienced support workers looking for a values-aligned team.

To apply, just fill in the short form below and upload your CV. Applications are reviewed daily and we aim to get back to you within 48 hours. Got a question? We’re happy to chat. Just drop us an email at [e-mail].

We offer the following benefits

• Full time or Part time available
• Training opportunities
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us; if you want to progress, we can help!

Did we just describe you? Apply now!

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