Support Worker/Senior Support Worker/Team Leader (ET7)

Posting date28 August 2025

Closing date27/09/2025 12:22:17

Salary£12.21 to £12.45 per hour

LocationTotton, Southampton

CompanySwanton Care and Community

Job typePermanent

HoursFull Time

Reference17056072

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Full time and part time opportunities available
Earn competitive pay + develop and grow with a company that cares about you!

If you’re outgoing, friendly and passionate about people, you could make a real positive difference as a Support Worker in the Swanton Community Services Team in Southampton.

You’ll be supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives within their community.

You’ll be…

Encouraging – promote independence where possible & encourage service users to achieve personal goals
Supportive – provide support to ensure the safety & wellbeing of people relying on our services
Compassionate – communicate well with service users using their chosen methods to support individuality
Observant – monitor & report any changes in health or circumstances of a service user to management
Engaging – support service users to engage in the local community from going shopping to attending events

You’ll enjoy…

Competitive pay
Guaranteed hours
Exclusive staff discounts – offers on top brands
Local work & paid mileage – short commutes helping local people
Excellent career opportunities – develop yourself and your career
Paid ongoing training – from our exclusive Training Academy Team
Paid holiday – to support your personal life
24/7 support – for your health and mental wellbeing
Pension – to help prepare for your future
Refer-a-Friend scheme* – earn £300 for every friend that starts with us *T&C's apply*

You’ll need…

Willingness to work towards Level 2 Diploma or above in Health & Social Care
Good understanding of working with individuals with a learning disability and autism
Commitment to providing quality care and support
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Patience, compassion and a motivational attitude at all times
A responsible, dedicated and flexible approach to work
Competent IT knowledge and computer skills
No previous experience or qualifications are required. When you join, you’ll receive advanced training from our exclusive Training Academy where you’ll learn how to deliver high quality support.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Apply now to be a part of our fantastic Team and make the ‘Swanton Difference’ through our focus on quality and compassion!

*Unfortunately we do not offer sponsorships at this time*

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