Senior Support Worker – Make Everyday Matter
Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire
Salary: £29,367 per annum (£15.06 per hour) plus benefits
Hours: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm (Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis. Shifts may vary.)
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Right to work: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer skilled worker visas.
What’s In It For You
* Guaranteed hours – because your time is valuable
* Paid training & career development – grow with us
* Supportive team vibes – we’ve got your back
* Wagestream – access your earnings instantly, stay in control
What You’ll Need
* Strong English communication skills (spoken & written)
* A QCF in Health & Social Care Level 2 Diploma (or equivalent) with willingness to undertake a Level 3 in Health & Social Care and demonstrate reasonable knowledge of regulatory standards for supported/residential living.
* Previous experience in a care/support setting
* A valid UK driving licence (optional)
* The legal right to live and work in the UK
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead by example, be professional, patient and calm under pressure; support daily routines – from morning support to bedtime.
* Supervise daily outputs and assist the deputy manager in managing staff performance, development and appraisals.
* Ensure that you assist and that the people and their families are treated with respect, dignity and equality.
* Work in accordance with SeeAbility’s values.
Who You’ll Be Supporting
Join us in shared homes where you’ll support five individuals with varying needs:
* Autism
* Learning disabilities
* Behaviours that challenge
Meet a few of our peers (names are anonymised):
* James – enjoys art, animal care and woodworking.
* Jon – has a great sense of humour and enjoys swimming and travel.
* Jake – likes music, walks and head rubs.
* Joe – loves to chill, trampoline, go out and shop.
* Jason – independent, enjoys shopping and walks.
Diversity and Inclusion
SeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from under‑represented groups and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We confirm that we are a Disability Confident Employer. We are happy to offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates.
Safeguarding and Promoting Welfare
SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to uphold this commitment and have a strong understanding of their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding.
Safer Recruitment
As part of our safer recruitment procedures, we require the following checks for all successful applicants:
* A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
* Documentary evidence to confirm identity, current address and the right to work in the UK.
* Health declaration to ensure you are medically suitable for the role.
* References confirming satisfactory evidence of conduct in previous employment in health or social care, or with children or vulnerable adults.
These checks will be completed prior to offering a start date at SeeAbility’s expense.
Other Benefits
SeeAbility offers a range of benefits including:
* Annual Excellence Awards and Long Service Awards.
* Development discussions and Leadership Development Academy.
* 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), rising to 36 days with long service.
* Life events leave.
* Organisational Sick Pay – 2 weeks after 6 months, up to 12 weeks over 3 years.
* Buy/sell annual leave.
* Enhanced Family‑Friendly Pay + Paid Fertility Leave.
* Carers Leave.
* £500 monthly bonus draw with two lucky winners every month.
* Blue Light Card and retail discounts & cashback.
* Access to Tickets for Good.
* Pay reviews and competitive rates.
* Pension scheme with tools to plan your future.
* Paid DBS and renewals.
* Season ticket loans.
* Advance pay and savings via Wagestream.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Life assurance – 2 × annual salary.
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
* Free eye tests.
* Discounted gym membership.
* In‑house Wellbeing Coach.
Contact and Application
For further details about this position, visit www.seeability.org/seniorsupportworker.
Ready to apply? If you’re looking for a role where you don’t just work – you thrive – hit apply and let’s make a difference together.
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