Male Support Worker - Make a Difference in Weymouth
Location: Weymouth, Dorset
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to £26,741.49 per annum (£13.15 per hour) + £50 per sleep-in
The Opportunity: Person-Centred Support
Join Thera South West, a unique organisation led by people with a learning disability. We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Male Support Staff to provide person-centred care for a young man living in his own home in Weymouth.
This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to help someone live a fulfilling, active, and independent life.
Is This Role for You?
We are looking for someone who shares interests and is ready to get involved!
You should enjoy and be willing to participate in:
* Football
* Gardening
* Outdoor activities (Sailing and Walking)
Essential Requirements:
* Previous experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
* Familiarity with supporting individuals who may display anxious behaviors.
* Advantageous: Training or experience in Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
* A Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
Key Responsibilities
* No personal care is required for this role.
* Empower the young man to live the life he chooses, following a person-centred approach.
* Provide engaging support for all daily activities and community access.
* Maintain excellent written and verbal communication.
* Work shift patterns including mornings, afternoons, weekends, and paid sleep-ins (£50 per shift).
Benefits:
We offer job security with a values-led organisation and excellent benefits:
* Annualised Hours: Guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time staff, regardless of shift patterns.
* Guaranteed Pay: Stable, regular monthly income plus overtime opportunities.
* Holiday: 28 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays, pro rata).
* Training: Free, nationally accredited training and the opportunity to gain a qualification.
* Financial Perks: Contributory Pension, Free Enhanced DBS Check, and Access to Early Pay.
* Wellbeing: Employee support line and thousands of retail discounts
This is a male-only role (Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010).
If you're someone who enjoys being active, values building genuine connections, and wants to be part of a meaningful support journey, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help someone live a life full of the things they love.
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