Join Our Team as a Complex Needs Support Worker
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Location:
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Drayton, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
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Salary:
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£13.69 per hour (£26,695.5 per annum) plus benefits
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Hours:
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7.00 am – 3.00 pm, 2.00 pm – 10.00 pm (Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis. Please note, the shifts may vary due to the needs of the people we support)
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Contract:
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Full-time (37.5 hours per week), Permanent
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Driving Requirement:
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A valid driving license is required (Manual, UK)
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| Visa Sponsorship is not Available: |
Applicants must already be authorised to work in the United Kingdom; SeeAbility is not able to provide new work authorisation. |
Make a Real Difference
We are excited to welcome experienced Support Workers to join our supported living homes in Drayton, Abingdon. If you’re someone who leads with empathy, champions quality of life, and believes in supporting people to live the lives they choose, while building genuine, trusted relationships, this could be the role for you.
What’s in It for You?
- Guaranteed hours – stability you can rely on
- Paid training and career development – grow your skills with us
- A supportive and friendly team – you’ll never be on your own
- Stream (formerly Wagestream) – access your pay when you need it
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?
This is a physical, hands‑on role, and to succeed you’ll have:
• Good spoken and written English
• A full UK manual driving licence
• The right to live and work in the UK
• A practical, active approach to work, with the ability to support people throughout the day
• A caring, positive and resilient mindset
How Will You Make a Difference
As a Support Worker, you’ll help people live fuller, more independent lives by:
- Supporting daily routines from morning to bedtime
- Planning and enjoying person‑centred activities — walks, shopping and trips out
- Building trusted, respectful relationships that support confidence and wellbeing
- Keeping clear and accurate records
- Working closely with colleagues and professionals
This is a role where building strong relationships is just as important as providing practical support.
Learn more about the role and watch our “Day in the Life of a Support Worker” video to bring it to life!
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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.
For further details about Support Worker job profile, please click the links provided below:
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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