Support Worker
Support Worker - The Trees
We currently have an opportunity for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Support Worker at our scheme, The Trees, in Drayton Parslow, Milton Keynes.
The Trees is a dedicated service that supports four adults with autism and learning difficulties. Our mission is to empower our residents to live their best lives by assisting them with every aspect of daily living. This includes providing personal care, organising and supporting outings, managing finances, attending appointments, administering medication, and ensuring a healthy and safe environment.
Due to the location of this scheme, it is essential for all staff members to hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a car.
As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping people live independently and with dignity. As part of the role, you will:
- Assess needs and develop personalised support plans
- Promote independencethrough life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and budgeting
- Assist with administering medication
- Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect
- Day trips out
- Follow and contribute to risk assessments and management plans
- Induct and assist in the mentoring of new staff
- Support aspirations and help individuals achieve their goals
You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and compassion.
About you:
We are looking for someone with experience in the care or support sector, who brings a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to help others thrive.
You will also need to:
- Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferences
- Be flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays
- Work well as part of a team and independently
- Be committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred care
- Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work
We will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.
Hightown Benefits:
- Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
- £25,857 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract (£13.26 per hour)
- Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
- Mileage paid for car usage
- Fully paid DBS
- Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
- Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review
- Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support
- Employee assistance helpline
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.