Community based Support Worker - Full-time and Relief

Salary
£12.60 per hour
Location
Bognor Regis
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full Time - £12.60 per hour
Closing
5 March 2026



Hours: Shifts including daytime, evenings, sleep-in and weekends

Contracts: Full Time 37.5 & Relief / Bank Zero hour contracts

Salary: Full-time - £24,570 per annum

                  Relief - £12.60 per hour

Role Overview:

Do you want to work for a supportive, caring Charity, who helps people live their own lives?

Are you a flexible team player, who can think outside the box ?

Would you like to do something interesting every day ?

The Aldingbourne Trust is committed to the people we support, who live in their own homes in the community, by helping them manage their day-to-day lives and realise their dreams.

We actively encourage people to pursue their dreams, and to try out new experiences. We would welcome anyone with a sense of adventure, enthusiasm, and lots of passion to apply.

Living an ‘ordinary’ life means being able to enjoy meaningful activities whether that be physical, social or leisure - such as visiting pubs, clubs, trips to the theatre, joining a gym or fitness class or simply sitting down and planning our week ahead. One day you may be supporting someone to menu plan a grocery shop, and the next you may be out to the cinema or to a concert.

People we support have varied abilities; most need support with shopping, cooking, cleaning, and generally managing their home. Due to the nature of the job, support workers are required to use their car to get from one location to the next, and very occasionally to take clients in their car (mileage will be reimbursed).

We are recruiting Full-time including weekend all hours may be determined by the applicant’s preference during interview.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build trusting relationships with individuals to understand their goals, preferences, and needs.
  • Support individuals with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, some personal care, and medication support
  • Encourage and facilitate participation in social, educational, and recreational activities.
  • Promote independence and choice in all aspects of life.
  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning.
  • Communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and external professionals.
  • Uphold safeguarding and health & safety standards at all times.

Requirements:

  • A genuine passion for supporting people with learning disabilities and autism.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
  • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
  • Experience in a care or support role is desirable but not essential.
  • A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care) is an advantage.
  • Willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
  • Opportunities for career progression.
  • Supportive team environment.
  • Access to employee wellbeing programmes.
  • Pension scheme and holiday entitlement.
  • Blue light card – Fully Paid for !
  • And much much more


Please note: Unfortunately, we do not offer sponsorship or visa support for our roles within the Trust 


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