Support Worker

Job summary

Package Description:
Are you ready to make a real difference in someone’s life? About the person you’ll be supporting:

They are a sociable and friendly person in their early twenties who thrives on routine, humour, and connection. They enjoy spending time outdoors, all things gardening, music, festivals, swimming, and trying new foods. They are also keen to build up their volunteering and community involvement. They’re happiest when outside in nature, doing things they enjoy, they need support to safely access these opportunities whilst developing their independence.

This individual responds well to upbeat, calm support workers who are patient, observant, and fun to be around. Having the same people around regularly helps them feel safe and supported.

Where you’ll be working:

• Dorchester and surrounding areas 
• Shift patterns are 09:00-15:00, Monday – Friday.
• This is a community-based support role with no personal care required. You’ll be accompanying them to activities, clubs, appointments, and volunteering roles.
• As this is a 1:1 support role, a driver with access to your own car is essential 

Please note: This role involves full personal care, meal preparation, and following detailed routines.

What you’ll get with Agincare:

• £13.50 per hour
• Refer a friend bonus – earn up to £1,000*
• Career development opportunities
• Fully funded training and apprenticeships
• Blue Light Card (discounts in shops and restaurants)
• Company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 advice and wellbeing support)

What we need from you:

• A calm, patient, and observant approach
• A reassuring presence who can build trust over time
• Ability to follow clear routines and care plans in detail
• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities is desirable but not essential — full training provided
• Willingness to work in partnership with family and colleagues to ensure consistency
• For day shifts, a full clear driving license is desirable but not essential

What your role will include:

• Supporting with all aspects of daily living, including personal care, dressing, and toileting
• Preparing safe, nutritious meals in line with dietary needs
• Support out in the community
• Providing reassurance, structure, and positive engagement throughout the day or night
• Monitoring safety and wellbeing
• Recording daily notes accurately and reporting any concerns promptly

About Agincare:

Agincare is proudly celebrating 40  years of caring for communities. As a rapidly  growing, family-owned  care provider with more than  5,500 team members , and expanding every day, we continue to strengthen our services through recent care home developments and the launch of our  new not-for-profit Children’s Services . Today,  Agincare is one of the UK’s largest care providers , deliverin g care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locations  nationwide. As a signatory of the  Care Leaver Covenant , we are committed to  supporting care leavers by guaranteeing either an interview or an informal career conversation. We are proud to support the Armed Forces  community through our alliance,  offering guaranteed interviews  to service leavers and members of the military community. All of our services are  regulated by the CQC  and Agincare is proud to be an  equal opportunities employer  and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.  At present, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship. As care is always in high demand, we have a wide range of exciting opportunities available.

Join Us at Our Recruitment Open Day – 1st July at the Dorchester Corn Exchange. 

Thinking about a career as a Support Worker? Come along to our Recruitment Open Day on Tuesday 1st July, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Corn Exchange, Dorchester - High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HF  

Meet one of our amazing Support Workers and a person we support and discover how rewarding a career in supported living can be. Learn more about the role, ask questions, take part in on-the-day interviews and find out how you can make a real difference in people's lives.

Whether you're an experienced Support Worker or carer or looking for a new and rewarding career, we'd love to meet you.No need to book, just come along!