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Support Worker

Job details
Posting date: 21 April 2026
Salary: £13.70 per hour
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 11 May 2026
Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Brighthire Recruitment
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: BHR

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Summary

Support Worker – Learning Disability Services
Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
Pay: £13.70 per hour
Type: Permanent
Shift: Mixed (Days/Nights)
Closing Date: 11/05/2026
Full and Part-time Positions Available
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About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established care provider for Support Workers to join a learning disability service in Huntingdon.

As a Support Worker, you will be working as part of a focused team supporting residents with their personal care needs, respecting their dignity and always promoting independence. You will also help ensure high standards of care are maintained and support with day-to-day activities within the home.

The service supports people with learning disabilities and complex needs in a calm and supportive environment.

The Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model is at the heart of the service. This approach focuses on person-centred care, choice, independence, participation, and inclusion. You will support residents in a proactive way, helping to understand their needs and reduce distress where possible, while encouraging positive outcomes and meaningful daily living.

Reporting to: Nurse / Senior Support Worker
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Skills and Attributes
• Caring and patient nature
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Previous care experience is preferred but not essential
• Full UK Driving Licence is preferred but not essential
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Benefits
• Comprehensive induction and training programme
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card Scheme (enrolment fee reimbursed)
• Loyalty bonus scheme (up to 5 additional annual leave days)
• Refer-a-friend scheme (up to £500)
• Full DBS paid for
• Enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays
• Paid breaks
• Flexible working hours (including weekends and bank holidays where required)
• Full-time and part-time positions available
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Important Information
Please note:
• This role is not suitable for candidates requiring visa sponsorship or visa transfer
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Apply / Contact
For more details or to apply, please contact:
Emma Brown
01206 584170 (Option 2)
emma@brighthirerecruitment.co.uk

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