Relief Support Worker


Company:	Dimensions
Salary:	£12.71 - £12.71
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Rochford, SS4 2BE
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	31 Jul 2026
Closing date:	30 Aug 2026

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Summary

About Dimensions

At Dimensions, who you are makes all the difference. You'll support autistic people and adults with learning disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives - and be supported to live well and work well yourself. As a Disability Confident Leader and Mindful Employer, we offer wellbeing resources, flexible working, and career growth through Aspire, giving you everything you need to thrive - and be you.

About the role

Relief Support Worker

Stambridge, Rochford, SS4

£12.71 per hour

Full UK driving licence essential,

We are looking for Relief Support Workers to join our team in Rochford. Due to the location of the home, a full driving licence is essential, although we can also consider applicants with a motorbike licence who can travel to the home reliably.

As a Relief Support Worker, you'll provide person centred support to adults with learning disabilities and/or autism, helping people live independently, achieve their goals, and enjoy the routines that matter most to them. Relief work offers the flexibility to choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle while gaining experience across a variety of support settings. You'll also benefit from full training, opportunities for career development, and an annual leave uplift paid on top of your hourly rate.

The people you may support enjoy:

- Seafront trips, shopping, cafés, meals out, visiting places of interest.

- Creative hobbies such as art, writing, crafts, reading and social media.

- Gym sessions, day centres, pottery, college groups and social clubs.

- Occasional nightlife activities including weekly inclusive club nights.

- Spending time with animals (some individuals may have pets who stay occasionally).

Your responsibilities will include:

- Encouraging independence and supporting daily living skills.

- Assisting with cooking, meal preparation and healthy living.

- Providing reassurance with personal care where required.

- Maintaining accurate records, safeguarding logs and person-centred documentation.

- Working flexibly depending on the needs of each home.

About you

We're looking for people who:

- Are kind, patient, resilient and values driven.

- Can build positive relationships and offer consistent support.

- Can work flexibly across both homes.

- Are comfortable around pets.

- Want to help others live fulfilling and meaningful lives.

- Have a

full driving licence (motorbike considered).

No previous experience is required, just the right values and desire to make a difference. Full training is provided.

Rewards that make a difference

- A competitive payrate

- Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs

- Opportunities for career progression

- We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.

- High Street Discounts - Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)

- Industry leading training

- Enhanced DBS paid for by us

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- Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are filled.

- An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.

- We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.

- As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training, and career development of disabled employees.

- As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.

- We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all our recruitment communications.

Use of AI in the recruitment process:

AI can help you research and refine your application, but everything you submit should reflect your genuine skills and experience. Please ensure your application represents your own voice and abilities.

If you use assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to supporting you where we can. Please let us know in advance so we can ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.

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