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Role Description

 Join Our Team as a Complex Needs Support Worker

 Location:

Drayton, Abingdon, Oxfordshire

 Pay Rate:

£13.55 per hour

 Hours: 

7:30am – 10:30pm (Day Shift),

9:30pm – 7:30am (Waking Night Shift)    

 Please note, the shifts may vary due to the needs of the people we support)

 Contract:

Bank Contract

 Driving Requirement:

A valid driving license is required (Manual, UK)

 Visa Sponsorships: Not Available 

Looking for a Role That Really Means Something?

Do you want a job where your patience, consistency and care genuinely improve someone’s day?
Would you like to feel supported, valued and part of a team that truly lives its values?

At SeeAbility, we support people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss to live the lives they choose, and every day, you can see the difference your support makes.

When you join us, you’re not just taking a job. You’re joining a values‑led team where people look out for one another and take pride in what they do.

Is This You?

Do you stay calm when things take time?
Can you explain information clearly and more than once if needed?
Do you value routine, structure and helping others feel safe and confident?

We welcome applications from people at all levels — whether you’re new to social care or have lots of experience. This is a physical, hands‑on role, and to succeed you’ll have:

What’s in it for you?

  • Casual hours —work around your commitments
  • Paid training - earn while you learn the ropes and build your skillset
  • A friendly, supportive team — you’re never on your own
  • Stream (formerly Wagestream) — access your pay when you need it

Learn more about how we support and reward our colleagues:

www.seeability.org/rewards-appreciation

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting daily routines – from morning support to bedtime
  • Planning fun, person-centred activities that boost wellbeing
  • Contributing to tailored support plans
  • Building therapeutic relationships that truly make a difference
  • Keeping accurate support notes – every detail matters

Who You’ll Be Supporting

Big news — we’re expanded!
Join us in our new home where you’ll support an individual. You won’t be alone — you’ll be part of a passionate, caring team.

John* You’ll be supporting John, a vibrant individual with complex needs who’s moving into a specially adapted home.

John lives in a single occupancy home which is purposely adapted to meet his complex needs. He loves going out every Friday for KFC, also trips to cafés and going on drives. His dad is a big part of his life, so family involvement is key and often has family visiting him. When he is not out and about enjoying himself, he usually likes being at home listening to music(especially classical), Disney films, colouring, and outdoor fun like trampolining and swings in the garden. Routine is very important to James. 

*Please note, the real name has been changed to protect the individual's identity confidentiality.

You’ll be making a real impact with person who have:

  • Learning disabilities, including using communication tools like Makaton or PECs
  • Working with individuals with autism and/or visual impairments
  • Experienced with behaviour that is highly challenged and applying Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies 

If you’re compassionate, resilient, and ready to learn, this is your moment. It’s hands-on, it’s heart-led, and yes — it’s brilliant.

Learn more about the role and watch our “Day in the Life of a Support Worker” video to bring it to life!

www.seeability.org/supportworker2

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Ready to Apply?

If you’re looking for a role where you don’t just work — you thrive, hit that apply button and let’s make a difference together.

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Our Benefits

Why Join Us as a Support Worker?

We don’t just offer jobs — we build careers and celebrate people.

Safer Recruitment

SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including:

  • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (where appropriate)
  • Identity, current address and right-to-work verification
  • Health declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered
  • Employment references relating to work with children or vulnerable adults

All checks are completed at SeeAbility’s expense before a start date is confirmed.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

  • We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including disabled and neurodivergent candidates
  • Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process
  • In exceptional circumstances, a genuine occupational requirement may apply under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1)

For this role, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.