Support Worker in Weymouth inWeymouth PUBLISHED WED 29 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.21 to £13.21 per hour
TEMPORARY
Charles Hunter Associates Ltd rL5y4Qbzz
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 29 October 2025 Salary: £12.21 to £13.21 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 28 November 2025 Location: Weymouth, Dorset, dt13aa Company: Charles Hunter Associates Ltd Job type: Temporary Job reference: SH-WeymouthD_1761756716 Apply for this job Summary EXPERIENCED SUPPORT WORKERS WANTED - WEYMOUTH Supported Living - Adults with Complex Needs IMMEDIATE STARTS | FLEXIBLE SHIFTS | TEMPORARY COVER Are you a compassionate and experienced Support Worker looking for flexible shifts in the Weymouth area? We are recruiting male and female support staff to join our team, providing high-quality care and support to adults with complex needs , including: Autism Learning Disabilities Cerebral Palsy Wheelchair Users Other associated conditions You'll be working in a supported living environment , promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing in every aspect of daily life. What we're looking for: Experienced support workers (at least 6 months' relevant experience) Understanding of complex care needs Confident in manual handling and personal care Drivers preferred (but not essential) Reliable, flexible, and calm under pressure We offer: Flexible shifts to suit your availability Immediate starts available Day, night and weekend cover Friendly and supportive team environment Competitive pay rates (paid weekly) Ongoing temporary shifts with potential for regular work If you're ready to make a real difference and are available for temporary shift cover , we want to hear from you! WE CANNOT ACCEPT SPONSORSHIP 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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