support worker

Job Introduction

Job Title:  support worker
Salary:   £23,456
Hours:  35
 Location:  Bromsgrove, 17 chapel street 
 Team: Bromsgrove resource centre
Permanent  yes
  The Role:

Are you looking for an opportunity to enter the world of social care?

Are you looking for an opportunity to gain a qualification?

Are you looking for an opportunity to get paid whilst you learn?

Do you want to make a difference to someone's life? 

Do you have the enthusiasm and passion to enhance the lives of the individuals we support? 

Are you flexible, understanding, considerate to others and able to use your own initiative?

Our enthusiastic and experienced teams are looking for an apprentice to develop these skills?  

THE SERVICE:

Resource Centres support individuals with complex Learning Disabilities, Physical needs, Mental Health, Autism and other related health and social care needs. 

We work alongside health action plans, eating and drinking plans, behaviour management plans, epilepsy plans and robust risk assessments just to name a few.  

We provide a range of support and assistance with personal care to general day to day support with activities of daily living, emotional, psychological, practical, and social support with the aim of meeting the individual’s chosen outcomes and promoting their independence. 

Some individuals are very mobile, some use wheelchairs or walking aids, so moving and handling will be required at times.  Support to ensure individuals can participate in meaningful activities is important to us. We like to ensure our individuals engage in chosen activities and enjoy engaging with the community, encouraging social inclusion. 

What we require from you: 

You will need to be flexible and enthusiastic, with an ability to communicate both verbally and written.

Good recording skills are essential. Computer skills. 

Previous experience of supporting people with care and support needs and an understanding of the needs and rights of people with learning disabilities is an advantage. We welcome applications from people who are able to use their own initiative but who are also excellent team players. You will have a can-do attitude with an ability to support and enable individuals to access a wide range of community activities. 

For more information or just a chat about the role please contact:  Tracy Hodges  01527 578093

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage 

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us? 

Some of these offers include: 

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. 
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff 
• National Apprentice Rate – 15 months fixed term contract, 37 hours at £7.55 an hour

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 17 Apr 2026