Jobs search

Support Worker

Chailey Heritage Foundation • Full-time • North Chailey, East Sussex, England • £24,969 - £27,169 / year • 20h ago

Support Worker

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.)

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.

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-5832415