Support Worker in Shrewsbury inShrewsbury PUBLISHED TUE 4 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£24,829 per year, pro rata
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Avenues Group rKF8kByUH
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 04 November 2025 Salary: £24,829 per year, pro rata Additional salary information: Benefits Hours: Part time Closing date: 04 December 2025 Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire Remote working: On-site only Company: Avenues Group Job type: Permanent Job reference: 5883 Apply for this job Summary Support Worker Full-time and part-time opportunities minimum 24 Hours £24,829 per annum (pro rata) Drivers with a Full UK Driving Licence , their own vehicle & Business insurance required due to requirements of the role Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? Join Avenues – where people smile, laugh, grow, and achieve great things together. At Avenues, we believe that when our teams feel valued and supported, they create the best possible outcomes for the people we support. If you’re looking for your next role in social care – or considering a fulfilling career change – we’d love to hear from you! The Role We are looking for passionate and caring Support Workers to join our teams in Shropshire , Shrewsbury supporting adults with: Autism Learning disabilities Physical disabilities Communication difficulties Behaviours that challenge Epilepsy Our services include supported living homes, self-contained flats, and community-based outreach across Shropshire During your telephone interview, our Recruitment Team will discuss which opportunities best suit your skills and preferences , but this Service supports a Female who enjoys making her house a home and likes to spend time at home watching films, having pyjamas days, cake baking and spending time on her laptop. She also engages in her community by going to the seaside, having coffee and cake trips out and spending quality time with her family. Every day is different, but your role will include: Supporting people to live independently and enjoy everyday activities Encouraging social connections with family, friends, and the local community Helping with finances, household tasks, and shopping Providing respectful, person-centred personal care Most importantly – creating moments of joy and achievement! No previous experience? No problem! We provide award-winning, accredited training at no cost to you – including Health and Social Care Diplomas to help you develop your career. What’s in it for you? Early Pay – access your earnings before payday Fully paid, enhanced DBS Flexible working patterns Paid annual leave (pro rata) Comprehensive training and career progression opportunities Contributory pension scheme with life assurance Discounts on shopping, holidays, and more via Blue Light Card and Bene£its website Recommend a Friend scheme – earn up to £500 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including confidential counselling We celebrate diversity and welcome everyone! As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme, candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Ready to start your feel-good career? Apply today – we can’t wait to meet you! Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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