Support Worker

Job Introduction

Service Specific Introduction

This specialist residential service provides accommodation and personalised support for up to 18 adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and complex needs. The service offers a safe, welcoming, and adaptable environment, including self-contained bungalows that promote independence and choice. Individuals are supported by experienced, highly trained staff to develop skills, achieve personal goals, and lead active, fulfilling lives as valued members of their local community.

Service Name and Location: Hill Lodge - Bedhampton, PO9 3JW

Job Role: Support Worker

Hours / Shift Pattern: 12 hour shifts, 7am - 7pm, alternate weekends included (Saturday and Sunday)

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship or visa switching.

Looking for a career where you can genuinely make a difference?

At Dolphin Homes we believe great support starts with great people.

We are a family run, multi-award winning care provider supporting incredible people across residential, supported living and specialist nursing services. Every day our teams support people to live the lives they choose, achieve their goals and be active members of their communities.

We support people with a wide range of needs, including:

• Learning Disabilities
• Autism
• Physical Disabilities
• Mental Health needs
• Complex Health and Nursing needs
• Behaviours that challenge

This is an active, busy, role.

The people we support lead busy, active and meaningful lives, we are looking for colleagues who want to be part of that. Whether that is supporting someone to achieve a personal goal, learn a new skill, access education or simply have an amazing day, you’ll be actively involved in supporting people to live life to the fullest.

Why work for Dolphin Homes?

We are proud to be different!

As a family run company, people remain at the heart of everything we do. We believe that the best services are created by listening to people who know them best, which is why we actively involve both the people we support and colleagues in shaping training, developing policies and enhancing how we work.

We are committed to creating a positive, supportive and inclusive workplace where people feel valued, respected and able to thrive.

Many of our managers and senior leaders began their careers as Support Workers, demonstrating the genuine opportunities available for progression and development with our career progression pathways.

What does a Support Worker do?

A Support Worker at Dolphin Homes is integral to supporting people to live as independently as possibly while providing the support they need to live safe, happy and fulfilling lives.

This may include:

• Providing practical and emotional support
• Supporting people with personal care where required
• Encouraging independence and life skills
• Supporting people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities
• Helping people enjoy hobbies, interests and social activities
• Promoting health, wellbeing and positive outcomes
• Supporting people to maintain relationships with family and friends
• Working alongside healthcare professionals and other agencies
• Being an advocate for choice, dignity and respect

Who we are looking for?

We are looking for people who share our values.

You don’t need previous experience in care and support. If you want to put people who need support first and support them to thrive and you have the right attitude, compassion and willingness to learn we will provide all the training and support you need.

You must be:

• Passionate about helping people live great lives
• Positive, energetic and proactive
• Kind and respectful
• Reliable and professional
• A good communicator
• Willing to roll up your sleeves and get involved
• Committed to helping both the people we support and your colleagues succeed

Why our colleagues chose Dolphin Homes and stay with us

• We put people before process
• Family run company with strong values
• Award-winning care and support provider
• Opportunities to build a long term career, not just find a job
• Colleagues and people we support actively shape the organisation
• High quality training, development and qualifications
• Supportive and approachable leadership team
• Meaningful work that genuinely changes lives

Learning and Development

You'll have access to:

• Comprehensive induction and training
• Fully funded qualifications
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Specialist training relevant to your role
• Leadership and management development programmes
• Clear career progression pathways in our Next Wave program.

We don't just offer jobs. We offer careers.

What we offer you:

Reward and Recognition

• Competitive pay rates
• Enhanced weekend rates
• Monthly colleague recognition raffle
• Staff recognition awards
• Long Service Awards

Wellbeing and Support

• Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance Cover
• Critical Illness Cover
• Blue Light Card
• Pension Scheme

Learning and Development

• Fully funded qualifications
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Leadership and management development programmes
• Career progression through our Next Wave programme

Join the Dolphin Homes family

If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that puts people first, we'd love to hear from you.

We don't believe people should simply be cared for. We believe they should be supported to thrive.

Apply today and start your journey with Dolphin Homes.

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