Support Worker
Bring your energy. Share your care. Enrich young lives.
At Chailey Heritage Foundation, our Support Workers make every day count — bringing patience, warmth, and positivity to children and young people with complex disabilities.
This role is about being hands-on, providing personal care and support, and helping to create a safe and welcoming environment where young people can learn, grow, and enjoy new experiences.
Salary: £24,969 - £27,169 FTE DOE
Enhancements: Weekends +25% (16.23- 17.65) | Bank Holidays double time (25.96 – 28.24) subject to change.
Location: North Chailey (BN8 4EF)
Hours: 21–37 per week | You could be scheduled on any of these shifts as part of our 4-week rota.
- Morning: 07:00–14:00
- Late: 13:45–21:00
- Split: 07:30–10:00 & 15:00–21:00
(Bank contracts currently unavailable. Sponsorships not offered.)
Why Us?
This is more than a support role. It’s the start of a meaningful career where your values, compassion, and commitment can shine. At Chailey Heritage Foundation, you’ll find training, progression, and the chance to grow into new opportunities — all while making a real impact every day for children and young people with complex disabilities.
You’ll find:
- A true sense of purpose and belonging.
- A supportive team that values empathy and compassion.
- Extensive training and career progression opportunities, including a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
What You'll Do:
As a Support Worker, you’ll provide hands-on care and create unforgettable experiences for the children and young people. Your responsibilities include:
- Safeguarding: Ensuring safety and well-being tailored to their needs.
- Health and Wellbeing: Supporting eating, drinking, medication, and managing epilepsy.
- Mobility: Assisting with powered mobility and equipment.
- Intimate Care: Maintaining dignity while meeting hygiene needs.
- Activities & Outings: Encouraging engagement in exciting activities and trips.
With comprehensive training, you’ll develop the skills to excel while enriching lives every day.
What We’re Looking For:
You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:
- A basic understanding of the care needs of individuals with physical disabilities.
- Empathy, patience, and a positive outlook on diversity.
- Strong communication skills and a passion for supporting young people in activities.
- Willingness to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities or a willingness to drive Foundation vehicles is a bonus!
More than just your salary!
We believe in nurturing potential — for children and young people, and for colleagues too. That’s why we invest in you with:
- Competitive Salary
- Enhanced Annual Leave – 25–30 days (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
- Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing Support
- Enhanced Pension Scheme & Death In Service Benefit
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Retail and leisure discounts
- Free onsite parking, café, and kitchen facilities
- Fully Funded level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading.
Plus, we cover the cost of all DBS checks and renewals.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chailey Heritage Foundation, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
https://www.careers.chf.org.uk/job/support-worker-5761688?source=chf.org.uk
