Support Worker
| Company: | Bethphage |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.85 per hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Whitchurch, SY13 |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 18 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Job Advert
* WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP WITH THIS POSITION
Full & Part-Time posts (FT 37.5 hours per week)
£12.85 per hour
Plus £189 for sleep duties, this is based on 3 per month
Joining bonus £1000 (T&C's £500 on completion of probation, £500 after one year)
Benefits of joining or team.
* Competitive pay
* High quality training- we provide all the training you need to deliver first class support;
* 28 days holiday in your first year, increasing to 33 day after five years and then 38 days after ten-years’ service.
* Comprehensive induction programme including shadow shifts – which means you’ll be fully supported to understand the role whilst
getting to know the team and the people you will support
* Free and confidential counselling services for you and your family
* A Simply Health Cash Plan- to help you with healthcare costs including dental, physiotherapy, chiropody, optical, new child
payment, prescriptions and more
* Long service rewards starting at £100 increasing to £150 depending on length of service – we believe our staff are our greatest
asset and we want to reward you for your hard work and commitment to Bethphage
* Contributory Pension scheme
* Development opportunities- we want to support you in your career in care, from becoming a mental health first aider, to career
progression- from support worker to service manager, your development is our development
* Regular supervisions with your manager, team meetings and feedback
* Refer-a-Friend Award – earn £200 every time you successfully refer a friend and they complete their probation.
* Birthday recognition – an Amazon e-voucher every year
* Paid enhanced DBS certificate
* Access to the “Blue light Card” scheme that offers discounts to social care staff in a range of shops both online and on the
High street
We have opportunities at our care home in Whitchurch for Support Workers who share in Bethphage’s values. This role involves
supporting two individuals with learning disabilities, Autism, and mental health needs. You will provide high-quality support in
all aspects of their daily lives, while promoting their independence and encouraging participation in community activities of
their choice.
The ideal candidate will be a good communicator, committed, and able to demonstrate empathy, care, and compassion. You should be
able to work well under pressure, both independently and as part of a team. Basic IT skills and the ability to write clearly and
legibly are essential.
Previous experience in working in health and social care is desirable but not essential as full training will be given
You could be just what we are looking for!
About You:
Essential Requirements:
* Driver
* Good communication skills and able to listen
* Be patient
* Promote independence and daily living skills.
* Good IT knowledge/skills/systems
* Be able to work using their own initiative and without constant supervision
Desirable Requirements;
* Previous experience working with Positive Behaviour support
*Some of our roles require males, females, race and age specific employees only. Where this is indicated, this is a genuine
occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
If you would like more information, please get in touch with our recruitment team by calling: 01743 272880 or drop us an email at:
recruitment@bethphage.co.uk.
Interview Date: TBC
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