Join our Supported Living team as a support worker to provide compassionate, person-led support to individuals with neurological and physical barriers, ensuring their safety and well-being. Working closely with night staff for continuity of care. As part of our Supported Living Team, you will be working in partnership with individuals, families, and professionals to create safe, meaningful, and empowering environments. You will help people live purposeful lives, build relationships, and achieve personal goals.
Hours
- 37.5hrs Full time and 22.5hrs Part time available
- Shifts on a Rota basis, covering a 24-hour support service across 7 days a week.
Key Responsibilities
- Build trusting relationships with the people you support, respecting their choices, dignity, and individuality.
- Deliver responsive, person-centred support in line with individual plans, including PBS strategies.
- Support with daily routines such as personal care, meals, medication, and household tasks, always promoting independence.
- Encourage participation in community life, hobbies, and personal development activities.
- Keep accurate records of wellbeing, progress, and incidents using agreed systems.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals to ensure consistent and holistic support.
- Contribute to the development and review of support plans, risk assessments, and PBS strategies.
- Promote safeguarding, dignity, inclusion, and emotional safety at all times.
- Participate in ongoing training and reflective practice to maintain high standards of care.
Skills & Experience
Must have:
- Strong emotional resilience and ability to stay calm in pressured situations.
- Strong communication skills — able to listen actively, speak clearly, and write clear, accurate records.
- A person-led approach, with patience, empathy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to build trusting relationships with the people you support, colleagues, and external partners.
- Organised, motivated, and confident working independently or as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
Desirable:
- Experience supporting people with a learning disability.
- Awareness of safeguarding, mental capacity, and health & safety principles.
- Experience working in inclusive, values-led environments.
Qualifications
- Care Certificate or Minimum Level 2 Health & Social Care or Care Certificate (desirable)
- GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent in English and Maths.
Values & Personal Qualities
- Caring, empathetic, and committed to humanising support.
- Reliable, self-motivated and has a positive outlook.
- Creative and proactive in problem-solving and everyday care.
- Is emotionally grounded, trustworthy, and respectful of others’ lived experiences.
- Embraces diversity and promotes inclusion in all aspects of their work.
- Is open-minded, flexible, and willing to learn and grow.
- Shares our belief that everyone deserves purposeful, fulfilling lives.
Benefits
- Paid training and access to a wide variety of vocational learning and development opportunities.
- Funded Blue Light Card which gives access to over 15,000 discounts both online and in-store.
- Supportive, values-led culture.
- Opportunity to develop your career in social care.
- 28 days holiday (full time equivalent), including bank holidays.
Eligible Workers
Applicants must already have a valid right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint for all positions before the closing date.
Pay: £13.18 per hour
Application question(s):
- Will you require sponsorship from The Mayfield Trust either now or in the future?
- Do you have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle?
Work Location: In person
