Support Worker & Senior Support Worker | (Complex Needs) | Lancing , West Sussex
Job Summary
Support Worker & Senior Support Worker Complex Needs
Lancing West Sussex 13.8514.75 per hour 2:1 Support Full training provided Career progression
Looking for a role where your support genuinely changes someones life every single day
We are recruiting Support Workers and Senior Support Workers to join our specialist supported living service in Lancing providing dedicated 2:1 support to a young individual with autism a learning disability and epilepsy.
This is a highly rewarding role where consistency patience and compassion directly improve quality of life independence and wellbeing.
The Individual Youll Support Enjoys
- Music
- Outdoor activities
- Water play
- Trampolining
Your support will help turn these interests into positive structured daily experiences that build confidence independence and enjoyment.
Available Roles
Support Worker
13.85 per hour
17.536 hours per week (Days)
Full UK driving licence required (held 1 year automatic accepted)
Senior Support Worker
14.75 per hour
36 hours per week (Days)
Full UK driving licence required (held 1 year automatic accepted)
Senior role requires previous experience in a senior or leadership support position.
Support Worker Responsibilities
- Delivering consistent person-centred support
- Supporting daily routines activities and life skills
- Promoting independence and emotional wellbeing
- Supporting positive behaviour and structured days
- Driving to community activities and appointments
- Working closely within a supportive team
Senior Support Worker Additional Responsibilities
- Leading shifts within a 2:1 support setting
- Supporting and guiding Support Workers
- Providing hands-on consistent care and structure
- Supporting community access and driving
- Ensuring high-quality person-centred support
- Helping develop and mentor the team
Who Were Looking For
We are looking for people who are:
- Calm patient and resilient under pressure
- Kind compassionate and non-judgemental
- Strong communicators and reliable team players
- Confident and safe drivers (essential)
- Passionate about supporting people with complex needs
Experience in autism learning disabilities or epilepsy support is highly desirable.
What We Offer
- 13.8514.75 per hour
- 29 days holiday (pro rata)
- Paid training and full induction
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Pension scheme (eligibility applies)
- Life insurance (post-probation)
- Company sick pay (post-probation)
- Employee referral bonus scheme
- Supportive and stable management team
Our Values
At SDR we live byKindness Dignity & Respect Calmness Creativity and Responsibility and these guide everything we do.
Important Information
These roles are not eligible for employer sponsorship. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.
Enhanced DBS check required following offer.
Apply Today
Email:Call: -No CV required - get in touch today.
Closing date:6th July. Early applications are encouraged as we may close the vacancy sooner if suitable candidates are found.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Direct Support
- Computer Operation
- Caregiving
- Case Management
- Special Needs
- Training & Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Word Processing
- Addiction Counseling