Senior Support Worker

Join SDR Care as a Senior Support Worker in our Brand-New Bespoke Service

We are looking for Senior Support Workers with a commitment to supporting individuals with autism, mental health conditions and learning disabilities to take on an exciting role in our new bespoke supported living service in the Worthing area. This service will provide life-changing, person-centred support to a vibrant individual with complex needs.

At SDR Care, we are committed to Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity, and Responsibility; values that shape everything we do. If you are an experienced Senior Support Worker or a Support Worker, who thrives in a supportive team environment, this is your chance to make a real impact.

What We Offer:

Competitive Salary - £13.90 per hour, reviewed annually
Discretionary Annual Bonus - Earn more based on company success

Career Development - Ongoing professional training & growth opportunities. Be part of an exciting expansion With plans to grow this part of the business, you could have the opportunity for career progression as we develop more bespoke services
Equivalent of 29 - Days Holiday, Including bank holidays (pro-rata)
Pension Scheme - Available where eligible
  Life Insurance - Protection for you and your loved ones (post-probation)
Supportive Induction - A structured onboarding experience
Strong Management Support - Guidance every step of the way
Employee Referral Bonus - Earn £200 each, upon appointment and another £300 each, at the one-year anniversary (T's & C's apply)
Company Sick Pay - Additional support during illness (post-probation)

Driving Requirement

A driving licence would be desirable.

Who We Are Looking For:

Senior Support Worker 
Experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions, learning disabilities and autism
Someone creative, resilient, and passionate about making a difference

About the Role:

As our Senior Support Worker, you will be part of a passionate team delivering outstanding care in 

supporting a young person who will soon be moving into their own home in Worthing.

This individual is warm, affectionate, and loves building genuine connections with people who take the time to understand them, sharing jokes, having fun, and celebrating their successes. They are autistic, with mental health conditions and have a learning disability. They experience psychosis, which can bring high anxiety and vivid hallucinations, so your leadership will ensure a patient, trauma-informed, and person-centred approach is embedded in all aspects of support.

They enjoy music, dancing, discos, cars and long drives, gentle walks, cooking, bowling, and trips to the cinema, and they thrive on encouragement as they develop their independence and self-worth. With strong family ties and a love for positive, consistent relationships, they will benefit from a manager who can guide a confident, skilled, and empathetic team, balancing calm reassurance with uplifting energy to help them truly flourish.

Flexible & Engaging Work Pattern:

36 hours per week
Rotating Monday–Sunday schedule
A mix of early, late and night shifts, tailored to best support the individual's needs

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use gender-neutral and inclusive language in our job adverts to reflect our belief that everyone deserves to be valued as an individual. Our focus is on the person, their strengths, potential, and what matters to them, so we can build a supportive environment for both the people we support and our team members.

Apply Today

If you are ready to step into a role where your skills, experience, and compassion will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you

If you don't have a CV please get in touch by email or call

Some, but not all, of our group companies hold a UKVI sponsorship licence; however, Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) capacity is very limited and therefore sponsorship cannot be guaranteed. Applicants who require employer visa sponsorship should be aware that allocation is reviewed very carefully and is not available for all roles.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an online Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) following acceptance of an offer.