Support Worker & Senior Support Worker – Supported Living (Complex needs)- Worthing & Lancing, West Sussex
£13.85–£14.75 per hour | Full Training Provided | Career Progression Opportunities
Looking for a role where every day makes a difference?
Join a team where your support, encouragement and compassion help people live more independently, achieve their goals and enjoy a meaningful life.
We are recruiting Support Workers and Senior Support Workers to join our specialist supported living services in Worthing and Lancing, supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs.
Available Roles
Support Worker
- £13.85 per hour
- Day and night shifts available
- Full-time and part-time hours available
- Full UK driving licence required for day roles (held 1+ year, automatic accepted)
Senior Support Worker
- £14.75 per hour
- Full-time day shifts available
- Full UK driving licence required (held 1+ year, automatic accepted)
Previous experience in a senior or leadership support role is preferred for Senior Support Worker positions.
About the Role
As part of our support team, you will provide consistent, person-centred support tailored to individual needs while promoting dignity, independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.
No two days are the same, and you will play an important role in supporting daily routines, hobbies, life skills, and community access.
Support Worker Responsibilities
- Deliver person-centred support
- Support daily routines and activities
- Promote independence and confidence building
- Support emotional wellbeing and positive outcomes
- Assist with community access and appointments
- Maintain accurate records and follow support plans
- Work positively as part of a supportive team
Senior Support Worker Responsibilities
In addition to providing direct support, Senior Support Workers will:
- Lead and support shifts
- Guide and mentor Support Workers
- Help maintain high-quality support standards
- Support care planning and documentation
- Promote structured, consistent, and positive support
- Work closely with management and the wider team
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for people who are:
- Calm, patient, and resilient
- Kind, compassionate, and non-judgemental
- Reliable and professional
- Strong communicators and team players
- Confident drivers for applicable roles
- Passionate about supporting people to live fulfilling lives
Experience in supported living, autism, learning disabilities, mental health, or complex care is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.
What We Offer
- £13.85–£14.75 per hour
- Paid training and full induction
- Career development and progression opportunities
- 29 days holiday pro rata (including bank holidays)
- Pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Life insurance (post-probation)
- Company sick pay (post-probation)
- Employee referral bonus scheme
- Supportive management and stable team environment
Our Values
At SDR, our values guide everything we do:
Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity, and Responsibility.
We are committed to creating supportive environments for both the people we support and our staff teams.
Important Information
An enhanced DBS check will be required following a successful interview.
Apply Today
[email protected] or call 07484 482896
No CV required — simply get in touch today for an informal chat.
Early applications are encouraged as vacancies may close sooner if suitable candidates are found.
Pay: £13.85-£14.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Worthing, West Sussex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Driving (UK licence): 1 year (required)
- Support Worker (Complex needs): 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
