We’re Hiring! Join Our Team at Encompass Care
Are you passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives?
Do you want to be part of a compassionate team that pioneers change and creates meaningful opportunities for those in need?
We’re looking for a dedicated support worker to join us in delivering our vision: empowering individuals to thrive, achieve their goals, and live life on their terms.
Pioneering support in an accessible, inclusive community.
✨ Role: Support Worker
Location: Bridport
Contract: Full-Time/Part-Time
Salary: £12.02 per hour to £12.28 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
Providing Personal Care and Mobility Support: Assist people with personal care, dressing, and mobility needs using hoists, wheelchairs, and other aids.
Supporting Health and Well-being: Administer medication, monitor health conditions like epilepsy and dementia, and promote social engagement.
Financial and Daily Living Assistance: Support people in managing finances, shopping, and accessing local services while ensuring their safety and independence.
About You:
You are a compassionate and dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and complex health needs. You thrive in a person-centred environment, ensuring individuals receive high-quality care, including personal support, mobility assistance, and social engagement. With a commitment to promoting independence and well-being, you are eager to contribute to a dynamic team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those at our service.
At Encompass Care, we live by our values. These are more than simply words; they are the principles that guide everything we do:
Honesty
Integrity
Kindness
Inclusivity
Dignity
We will celebrate success, acknowledge limitations, and constantly strive to learn.
Why work with us?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement plus 8 bank holidays, with additional leave increasing based on length of service, and a day off on or near your birthday!
Employees also enjoy access to rewards through Reward Panda, the Blue Light Card, the TAP app, and Concerts for Carers. We prioritise mental health and wellbeing support and provide clear pathways for career progression within the organisation and the opportunity to contribute your strengths in a meaningful a supportive community.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .