Support Worker

Worcestershire County Council · Worcester, England

Support Worker at Worcestershire County Council, based in Worcester, England, paying £25,185 per annum. This is a contract role.

Salary
£25,185 per annum
Location
Worcester, England
Contract
Contract
Posted
2 weeks ago
Closes
15 Aug 2026
Sector
Support Worker

8% below the typical rate for support worker

Reference 6924fc3e1385f1e7f625f838642beff14193d762

About the role

Job Introduction

VACANCIES FOR

SUPPORT WORKERS

DAYS AND NIGHTS SHIFTS

at Greenhill Lodge Worcester.

Various Permanent Contracts / hours per week,

Support worker £25185.00 (based on 37hrs )


Do you want to make a difference to someone's life?

Do you have the enthusiasm and passion to enhance the lives of the individuals we support?

Are you flexible, understanding, considerate to others and able to use your own initiative?

Greenhill Lodge is an exciting new unit opening in Worcester with good access to public transport.

Our aim is to provide person centred quality and dignified care to people with complex needs whilst promoting their independence and quality of life.

We support individuals with complex Learning Disabilities, Physical needs, Mental Health, Autism and other related health and social care needs.

To help with this we incorporate health action plans, eating and drinking plans, behaviour management plans, epilepsy plans and robust risk assessments just to name a few.

We provide a range of support and assistance with personal care to general day to day support with activities of daily living, emotional, psychological, practical, and social support with the aim of meeting the individual’s chosen outcomes and promoting their independence.

Some individuals are very mobile, some use wheelchairs or walking aids, so moving and handling will be required at times. Support to ensure they can participate in meaningful activities is important to us. We like to ensure our individuals engage in chosen activities and enjoy engaging with the community, encouraging social inclusion

What we require from you:

You will need to be flexible and enthusiastic, have a sense of humour, with an ability to communicate both verbally and written.

Good recording skills are essential. Computer skills advantageous.

Previous experience of supporting people with care and support needs and an understanding of the needs and rights of people with learning disabilities is an advantage. We welcome applications from people who are able to use their own initiative, but who are also excellent team players. You will have a can-do attitude with an ability to support and enable individuals to access a wide range of community activities. Have a willingness to learn and attend relevant training.

Benefits:

In return, you can look forward to:

  • Competitive Salary.
  • Induction programme
  • Great holiday entitlement. As well as bank holidays, you'll get 25 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 30 days when you have been with us for 5 years.
  • Brilliant pension scheme. The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
  • Excellent training, apprenticeship schemes and CPD opportunities.
  • Staff Benefit Scheme supporting Health and Wellbeing.

A job description and person specification are attached to provide details to aid your application. Ensure you identify in your application your preference for Days or Nights, Full or Part time

For more information or just a chat about the role please contact: Registered Manager Pam Render on [phone removed] / [phone removed]

Closing date : Friday 31st July 2026

Interview date: Anticipated the following week

Potential Start Date: TBC.

Reference: 6924fc3e1385f1e7f625f838642beff14193d762 · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 15 Aug 2026 · Listed via Worcestershire County Council

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