Support Worker Learning Disability Respite Service
| Posting date: | 10 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,824 to £27,254 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | East Sussex County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2676 |
Summary
Are you looking for a new challenge that gives you real job satisfaction doing something that will make a real difference to someone’s life? If so, this could be your opportunity!
We are looking for a Support Worker for our Respite Service in Bexhill. Greenwood has 14-ensuite bedrooms and offers short term breaks with a range of activities both within the building and grounds and out in the community. At times it can be challenging but supporting someone with a learning disability is an amazing job! You will witness them grow, which is incredible to watch, and be the person that supports them to do that it.
This rewarding role will involve supporting guests both emotionally and physically in their daily lives, and at times when they may be distressed or display behaviours that challenge. No two days are the same. Support Workers are there to support guests to ensure they are safe and their wellbeing is looked after, giving medication, making drinks and snacks if required. The role also includes performing security checks and cleaning roles to uphold a high standard of cleanliness, ensuring the building is safe for guests.
The role involves shifts working 32 hours on a rolling 6 week rota including evenings and weekends.
We cannot offer sponsorship for this position.
We are looking for candidates who:
Are self-motivated.
Able to work well in a team.
Will encourage people to provide feedback about the support they receive to help services to improve.
Are ready to accept a challenge.
Has commitment to training and personal development.
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a supporting statement. We will be using your supporting statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
We are looking for a Support Worker for our Respite Service in Bexhill. Greenwood has 14-ensuite bedrooms and offers short term breaks with a range of activities both within the building and grounds and out in the community. At times it can be challenging but supporting someone with a learning disability is an amazing job! You will witness them grow, which is incredible to watch, and be the person that supports them to do that it.
This rewarding role will involve supporting guests both emotionally and physically in their daily lives, and at times when they may be distressed or display behaviours that challenge. No two days are the same. Support Workers are there to support guests to ensure they are safe and their wellbeing is looked after, giving medication, making drinks and snacks if required. The role also includes performing security checks and cleaning roles to uphold a high standard of cleanliness, ensuring the building is safe for guests.
The role involves shifts working 32 hours on a rolling 6 week rota including evenings and weekends.
We cannot offer sponsorship for this position.
We are looking for candidates who:
Are self-motivated.
Able to work well in a team.
Will encourage people to provide feedback about the support they receive to help services to improve.
Are ready to accept a challenge.
Has commitment to training and personal development.
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a supporting statement. We will be using your supporting statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
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