Support Worker
| Posting date: | 01 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 December 2025 |
| Location: | St. Albans, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HCPA |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HCPA004544 |
Summary
About the Company
Walsingham Support has been operating across England and Wales since 1986. We enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries and other complex needs. We're different because we pride ourselves on putting the people we support at the centre of everything we do. We do this by delivering specifically tailored support for every individual we work with.
This service is one of 4 sites supporting adults with learning disabilities in supported living, supporting 4 gentlemen to live independently who require support with personal care, independent skills and moving and assisting.
Why should I apply for this Support Worker job?
• 28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)
• Double pay for bank holidays
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Pension contributions and life assurance (3x salary)
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and bereavement helpline
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme and Blue Light Card discounts
• Long service awards and a £250 recommend-a-friend bonus
What does this Support Worker job involve?
Hours of Work:37.5 hours per week
• Support person-centred planning by creating tailored support plans that reflect individual needs, wishes, and goals for growth and development.
• Deliver care and assistance in line with support plans, including personal care, daily living, finances, relationships, social activities, education, employment, and holidays.
• Assist individuals in managing health needs, including medication administration, attending appointments, dietary support, and monitoring changes.
• Promote independence by encouraging participation in daily life and skill development.
• Understand and adapt to each person’s communication style to enable informed choices and self-expression.
• Respect and support individuals’ spiritual and cultural needs in accordance with their beliefs and customs.
• Ensure dignity, privacy, and safeguarding from harm, abuse, and unnecessary risk in all aspects of care.
• Take responsibility for key working duties and proper use of equipment and personal belongings.
Am I the right person for this Support Worker job?
• This role is for anyone who wants to make a real difference, whatever your age, background, or gender (unless the role is gender specific)
• You don't need to have worked in care before if you're kind, patient, and willing to learn, we'll support you every step of the way.
• It could suit someone who's helped others in customer service, childcare, hospitality, teaching, or volunteering, or someone simply looking for a more meaningful job.
• If you're the type of person who enjoys listening, lending a hand, and helping others live life to the fullest, you'll fit right in here.
Walsingham Support has been operating across England and Wales since 1986. We enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries and other complex needs. We're different because we pride ourselves on putting the people we support at the centre of everything we do. We do this by delivering specifically tailored support for every individual we work with.
This service is one of 4 sites supporting adults with learning disabilities in supported living, supporting 4 gentlemen to live independently who require support with personal care, independent skills and moving and assisting.
Why should I apply for this Support Worker job?
• 28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)
• Double pay for bank holidays
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Pension contributions and life assurance (3x salary)
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and bereavement helpline
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme and Blue Light Card discounts
• Long service awards and a £250 recommend-a-friend bonus
What does this Support Worker job involve?
Hours of Work:37.5 hours per week
• Support person-centred planning by creating tailored support plans that reflect individual needs, wishes, and goals for growth and development.
• Deliver care and assistance in line with support plans, including personal care, daily living, finances, relationships, social activities, education, employment, and holidays.
• Assist individuals in managing health needs, including medication administration, attending appointments, dietary support, and monitoring changes.
• Promote independence by encouraging participation in daily life and skill development.
• Understand and adapt to each person’s communication style to enable informed choices and self-expression.
• Respect and support individuals’ spiritual and cultural needs in accordance with their beliefs and customs.
• Ensure dignity, privacy, and safeguarding from harm, abuse, and unnecessary risk in all aspects of care.
• Take responsibility for key working duties and proper use of equipment and personal belongings.
Am I the right person for this Support Worker job?
• This role is for anyone who wants to make a real difference, whatever your age, background, or gender (unless the role is gender specific)
• You don't need to have worked in care before if you're kind, patient, and willing to learn, we'll support you every step of the way.
• It could suit someone who's helped others in customer service, childcare, hospitality, teaching, or volunteering, or someone simply looking for a more meaningful job.
• If you're the type of person who enjoys listening, lending a hand, and helping others live life to the fullest, you'll fit right in here.