About The Role
Support Worker – Southbank
Full & Part-Time | £12.76 per Hour | Permanent
Location: Southbank Close, Hereford
Shift pattern: 7:00am–2:30pm (Early), 2:00pm–9:30pm (Late), alternate weekends
We're looking for caring, dedicated individuals to join our team and support people to live safe, valued and independent lives.
Due to the specific needs of the people we support, we are particularly looking for applicants who have experience supporting adults with autism. This experience is essential to help us provide consistent, person-centred support that promotes wellbeing, communication, independence, and positive outcomes. If you have a genuine understanding of autism and are passionate about delivering high-quality support, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives?
Join our team at Southbank as a Support Worker, where you'll provide personalised care and support to adults with learning disabilities and autism, helping them lead fulfilling and independent lives.
You'll work closely with our residents, delivering meaningful activities, providing personal care, and promoting choice and independence in a warm and welcoming environment. We are looking for someone who understands the importance of autism-informed approaches, can recognise individual communication styles and sensory needs, and is committed to providing patient, compassionate and consistent support tailored to each person's unique strengths and preferences.
We offer flexible working hours, including full and part-time roles, with a rota that includes every other weekend.
About Us
Southbank is a specialist residential service supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism. Supporting seven amazing individuals across three linked bungalows, we create a safe, structured and engaging home where everyone is empowered to live life their way.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pension scheme (Aviva: 6% employer / 4% employee contributions)
- Vehicle maintenance discounts including MOT, fuel cards and insurance
- Occupational Health support including counselling and physiotherapy
- Eye tests for VDU users
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing support through Viviup, including 24/7 counselling
- Healthcare Cash Plan covering dental, opticians, physiotherapy and more
- Life assurance with death in service benefit up to 3x salary
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and sickness pay
- Generous annual leave: 26 days plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years
- Access to ongoing training and development, including care-related courses
- Refer a Friend bonus: £500
- Annual contractual bonus: £250 plus the potential for an additional performance-related bonus
We are an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and encourage applications from people who share our passion for delivering outstanding, person-centred support.
Apply Now!
We'd love to hear from you. If you have experience supporting autistic people and are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day, we'd be delighted to hear from you.
For an informal chat about the role, call us on 01432 261766. We're happy to answer any questions and tell you more about working at Southbank.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For feedback on your application, please contact Hoople Resourcing.