Jobs, fresher vacancy - Support Worker • South West England

Company: Olive Recruit

South West England

Support Worker Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £12.72 per hour (sleep-in £12.21 for 12 hours) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (with a sleep-in it is 47.5 hours) Location: Fishponds, Kingswood, Hanham, and Staple Hill We are looking to recruit a Support Worker to join a community-based Learning Difficulties team supporting individuals to achieve greater independence, wellbeing, and stability. This role focuses on delivering person-centred, outcomes-led support to people with learning difficulties, mental ill health, and additional needs, enabling them to engage positively within their local communities. About the role As a Support Worker, you will manage a caseload of individuals, developing and reviewing personalised support plans that reflect individual goals and strengths. You will work collaboratively with service users, families, and external professionals to ensure risks are assessed, outcomes are monitored, and support remains effective and responsive. The role requires a flexible, creative approach to engagement, crisis prevention, and recovery-focused practice. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload and deliver person-centred, outcomes-focused supportComplete and regularly review support plans, risk assessments, and action plansPromote independence, wellbeing, and community participationSupport individuals to access education, employment, and local servicesRespond to and manage risks, including crisis intervention where requiredWork closely with healthcare professionals and external agenciesBuild positive relationships with families and act as a key point of contactMaintain accurate records and contribute to safeguarding processesSupport service users to manage finances and personal budgets where appropriate About You Minimum 12 months experience supporting individuals with mental ill healthExperience working with people with learning difficultiesConfident working in the community and managing complex needsStrong communication and relationship-building skillsNVQ in Health and Social Care is desirableGood IT skills and accurate record-keeping abilityFull UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle Benefits 25 days of paid annual leave plus 8 Bank HolidaysAdditional paid day off on your birthdayCompetitive salary with enhanced overtime ratesWork-based pension scheme with employer contributionsComprehensive induction and ongoing role supportTraining, CPD and clear opportunities for career progressionEmployee Assistance Programme for well-being supportSupportive, inclusive working environment with staff recognition Apply Now If you are passionate about supporting individuals with learning difficulties to live meaningful and independent lives, we would love to hear from you. At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values, Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation, guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel. As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments. We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong. Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes. The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.We are looking to recruit for one person for our Learning Difficulties team and one for our Forensics team. Suitable candidates would have at least 12 months experience of supporting people with a mental ill health diagnosis. We would like candidates to have experience of working with individuals who have either a learning difficulty and/ or individuals who have come through a forensics pathway and with individuals who have drug and/ or alcohol addiction. For both teams we are happy to accept applications from male or females. They need to be able to drive and to have access to their own vehicle. The geography that staff would be working in is Fishponds, Kingswood, Hanham, and Staple Hill. As discussed, the hourly rate is £12.72. Employees also have the option to a contracted sleep-in once they have completed their induction, which is paid at £12.21 for 12 hours. A full-time contract without a sleep in is 37.5 hours, with a sleep-in it is 47.5 hours.