Support Worker Salary: £13.85 per hour Hours: Days: 36.25–37.25 hours per week Nights: 35.88 hours per week (rolling shift pattern) Contract: Permanent (full-time or part-time) Driving: Full UK driving licence essential for day roles (community access required) Support Worker – Make a Real Difference Every Day Join SDR Care as a Support Worker and provide person-centred support to a young individual with autism, a learning disability, ADD, and episodes of dysregulated behaviour. This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate and resilient Support Worker who is passionate about helping someone build independence, confidence, and positive daily experiences in a new home environment. You will be supporting a transition into a brand-new setting, helping to establish structure, routine, and consistency from the beginning. This individual responds well to humour, positivity, and consistent support, so a calm, upbeat, and encouraging Support Worker is essential. At SDR, we live by Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity, and Responsibility. Activities You Will Support Cinema trips and sound-based activities Outdoor adventures including beach walks, Forest School, climbing trees, rope swings, and dens Building large K’NEX structures (up to 18ft) Theme parks, rollercoasters, and community outings Structured car journeys and sensory-aware activities Key Responsibilities Deliver person-centred support as a Support Worker Promote independence while ensuring safety and wellbeing Use Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches to manage dysregulation Maintain structured routines and support with planning/diaries Work as part of a small, consistent support team Follow safeguarding and Mental Capacity Act (MCA) principles Support emotional regulation and positive daily engagement Who We’re Looking For Experience in autism, learning disabilities, or complex needs support Strong understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Calm, patient, and emotionally resilient under pressure Experience in high-support or intensive environments (desirable) A positive, flexible approach with a sense of humour Strong teamwork and communication skills Confident working in structured, behaviour-focused support settings What We Offer Career development and progression opportunities 29 days holiday per year (pro rata, including bank holidays) Pension scheme (eligibility applies) Life insurance (post-probation) Structured induction and onboarding Strong and supportive management team Employee referral bonus (£200 on appointment, £300 after 1 year, T&Cs apply) Company sick pay (post-probation) Our Commitment to Inclusion We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. We focus on strengths, potential, and what matters most to the people we support. Apply Today If you’re ready to make a real impact as a Support Worker, we’d love to hear from you. Email: careers@sdrgroup.co.uk | Call: 07484 482896. No CV? No problem — get in touch today. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. A DBS check will be required following a successful offer. Please note: This vacancy will close once we have successfully appointed the right candidate. Early applications are strongly encouraged.