Salary: £14.41 per hour Allowance: Unsociable hours uplift £4.40 extra per night shift

Southdown is a not-for-profit provider supporting 160 adults with learning and physical disabilities across Sussex. We run 23 supported living services and 4 residential care homes.

We’re seeking a compassionate and adaptable Support Worker to help individuals live independently and with dignity.

As a Support Worker working on the night shift, you will support our clients to ensure that they are safe and well throughout the night.

Your help will build clients’ confidence and independence through empowering care in a rewarding role where no two shifts are the same.

Previous experience in roles such as Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurse, or Mental Health Care Worker is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Getting to know them, getting to know their characters and just enjoying life with them’ - Karen, Southdown Support Worker.

Alinora is a supported living service for seven adults with a learning disability. Our clients are supported to lead active, fulfilling lives and are supported to make the most of their local community while developing each client’s choice, control and independence.

Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover.

Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car.

Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets.

Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors.

Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service.

22 days paid holiday plus bank holidays (or paid time in lieu for any bank holidays worked)

A willingness to complete relevant training in health and social care, moving and handling, Positive Behaviour Support and safeguarding, safety, risk management and health protocols.

Happy to support clients with intimate and personal care needs.

You live within reasonable commuting distance of the service location or be willing to relocate

An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be paid for by Southdown.

Previous experience of working with challenging behaviours. Experience working with clients with varying levels of physical and cognitive abilities, including those with learning disabilities or mental health challenges.

Previous care experience, either professionally or with family members. Training:We offer full training for this position so you don’t need direct experience. You’ll also gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex.

We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible