Day Opportunities Support worker
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £12.30 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | UK |
| Company: | Bethphage |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 81 |
Summary
Job Advert
Full & Part-Time posts (37.5 hours per week)
£12.30 per hour
Joining bonus £200 (T&C's final £100 on completion of probation)
Benefits of joining or team.
* Competitive pay
* High quality training- we provide all the training you need to deliver first class support;
* 28 days holiday in your first year, increasing to 33 day after five years and then 38 days after ten-years’ service.
* Comprehensive induction programme including shadow shifts – which means you’ll be fully supported to understand the role whilst
getting to know the team and the people you will support
* Free and confidential counselling services for you and your family
* A Simply Health Cash Plan- to help you with healthcare costs including dental, physiotherapy, chiropody, optical, new child
payment, prescriptions and more
* Long service rewards starting at £100 increasing to £150 depending on length of service – we believe our staff are our greatest
asset and we want to reward you for your hard work and commitment to Bethphage
* Contributory Pension scheme
* Development opportunities- we want to support you in your career in care, from becoming a mental health first aider, to career
progression- from support worker to service manager, your development is our development
* Regular supervisions with your manager, team meetings and feedback
* Refer-a-Friend Award – earn £200 every time you successfully refer a friend and they complete their probation.
* Birthday recognition – an Amazon e-voucher every year
* Paid enhanced DBS certificate
* Access to the “Blue light Card” scheme that offers discounts to social care staff in a range of shops both online and on the
High street
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Support Worker to join our brilliant team at Our Space Community Hub, Library and
day opportunities in Ellesmere. Our Space is an established day opportunities service for older people and adults with
disabilities. The service plays an important part in reducing isolation and promoting community connections through activities and
events.
In this rewarding role, you will support people who use our service in all aspects of their day. This includes providing personal
care when required. You will work both independently and as part of a friendly and supportive team, so a strong work ethic and a
positive attitude are essential. You will help the people we support to take part in a wide range of activities, both within the
service and out in the community. You’ll work alongside people to help them achieve personal goals, enjoy new experiences and make
their time with us meaningful and enjoyable.
* Personal Care is required in this service.
You could be just what we are looking for!
About You:
Essential Requirements:
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Enthusiastic, reliable and committed to high‑quality support
* Previous experience is an advantage but not essential – full training will be provided
* A full driving licence is essential, along with a willingness to undertake mini‑bus driver training
* Willingness to provide personal care as required
Desirable Requirements;
* Previous experience working with Positive Behaviour support
By joining our team, you will be contributing to a service that genuinely enhances people’s wellbeing and community engagement.
*Some of our roles require males, females, race and age specific employees only. Where this is indicated, this is a genuine
occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
If you would like more information, please get in touch with our recruitment team by calling: 01743 272880 or drop us an email at:
recruitment@bethphage.co.uk.
Interview Date: TBC
Full & Part-Time posts (37.5 hours per week)
£12.30 per hour
Joining bonus £200 (T&C's final £100 on completion of probation)
Benefits of joining or team.
* Competitive pay
* High quality training- we provide all the training you need to deliver first class support;
* 28 days holiday in your first year, increasing to 33 day after five years and then 38 days after ten-years’ service.
* Comprehensive induction programme including shadow shifts – which means you’ll be fully supported to understand the role whilst
getting to know the team and the people you will support
* Free and confidential counselling services for you and your family
* A Simply Health Cash Plan- to help you with healthcare costs including dental, physiotherapy, chiropody, optical, new child
payment, prescriptions and more
* Long service rewards starting at £100 increasing to £150 depending on length of service – we believe our staff are our greatest
asset and we want to reward you for your hard work and commitment to Bethphage
* Contributory Pension scheme
* Development opportunities- we want to support you in your career in care, from becoming a mental health first aider, to career
progression- from support worker to service manager, your development is our development
* Regular supervisions with your manager, team meetings and feedback
* Refer-a-Friend Award – earn £200 every time you successfully refer a friend and they complete their probation.
* Birthday recognition – an Amazon e-voucher every year
* Paid enhanced DBS certificate
* Access to the “Blue light Card” scheme that offers discounts to social care staff in a range of shops both online and on the
High street
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Support Worker to join our brilliant team at Our Space Community Hub, Library and
day opportunities in Ellesmere. Our Space is an established day opportunities service for older people and adults with
disabilities. The service plays an important part in reducing isolation and promoting community connections through activities and
events.
In this rewarding role, you will support people who use our service in all aspects of their day. This includes providing personal
care when required. You will work both independently and as part of a friendly and supportive team, so a strong work ethic and a
positive attitude are essential. You will help the people we support to take part in a wide range of activities, both within the
service and out in the community. You’ll work alongside people to help them achieve personal goals, enjoy new experiences and make
their time with us meaningful and enjoyable.
* Personal Care is required in this service.
You could be just what we are looking for!
About You:
Essential Requirements:
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Enthusiastic, reliable and committed to high‑quality support
* Previous experience is an advantage but not essential – full training will be provided
* A full driving licence is essential, along with a willingness to undertake mini‑bus driver training
* Willingness to provide personal care as required
Desirable Requirements;
* Previous experience working with Positive Behaviour support
By joining our team, you will be contributing to a service that genuinely enhances people’s wellbeing and community engagement.
*Some of our roles require males, females, race and age specific employees only. Where this is indicated, this is a genuine
occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
If you would like more information, please get in touch with our recruitment team by calling: 01743 272880 or drop us an email at:
recruitment@bethphage.co.uk.
Interview Date: TBC
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