Make a Difference That Really Matters – Join an Exceptional Supported Living Team
What does a fulfilling life look like? Having choices, enjoying the things you love, spending time with people who matter and having the confidence to do more for yourself.
For the people we support, these everyday things are incredibly important. As a Supported Living Worker, you’ll play a valuable part in making them happen.
We are looking for a caring, patient and committed individual to join an exceptional supported living service in Cranleigh, Surrey. The service supports adults with autism, learning disabilities and communication difficulties, providing the right balance of care, encouragement and support to help them live as independently as possible.
This is an opportunity to become part of a close-knit, supportive team where relationships matter and where the quality of the support you provide can make a lasting difference.
The role involves supporting a vulnerable adults so we are looking for someone who understands the importance of maintaining privacy, dignity and appropriate personal boundaries.
What matters most is your attitude, compassion, patience and willingness to learn. You’ll receive a thorough induction, specialist training and ongoing support to help you become confident and capable in your role.
What Will You Be Doing?
No two days are quite the same. You’ll be supporting the tenant with everyday activities, helping her make choices, develop new skills and enjoy the things that are important to her.
This could include:
- Supporting with everyday tasks such as cooking, cleaning and shopping.
- Helping her access the local community and enjoy days out and activities.
- Accompanying her to college, appointments and other commitments.
- Supporting her interests, hobbies and social opportunities.
- Encouraging independence, confidence and the development of everyday life skills.
- Providing reassurance and consistent support when she feels anxious, frustrated or overwhelmed.
Above all, you’ll take the time to get to know the person you support, understand what matters to her and help her make the most of each day.
The Person We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys helping others and understands that good support is about more than completing tasks. It’s about building trust, recognising individual needs and helping someone have as much choice and control over their life as possible.
You’ll need to be:
- Naturally caring, patient and understanding.
- Reliable and committed, with a positive approach to your work.
- Able to remain calm and reassuring when situations become challenging.
- Physically, mentally and emotionally resilient.
- Respectful of individual choices, privacy and dignity.
- Comfortable supporting someone with personal care and a range of additional needs.
Previous experience is welcome but not essential. We can teach you the skills; what we cannot teach is the genuine desire to make a difference.
Training and Career Development
You’ll be joining a service that values its staff and invests in their development.
From your induction onward, you’ll receive ongoing guidance, specialist training and regular support from the management team.
This includes fully funded deescalation, physical intervention and positive behaviour support training, with annual refresher courses.
You’ll also have the opportunity to complete a fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, with opportunities to develop further and progress into a Senior Support Worker position.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary of £28,784 – £29,879 per year.
- £1,000 retention bonus, paid as £250 after one month, £250 after one year and £500 after 18 months (subject to tax and National Insurance).
- 25 days’ annual leave plus public holidays.
- Fully funded QCF Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
- Ongoing specialist training and career development.
- Life insurance and medical cash plan after one month’s service.
- Personalised professional development and regular one-to-one management support.
- Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential 24/7 wellbeing support.
- Discounts on local fitness classes.
Working Hours and Location
- Permanent, 37 hours per week.
- Rota-based working, including alternate weekends.
- Based in Cranleigh, Surrey.
Due to the semi-rural location, a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle are highly desirable. You may occasionally be required to transport tenants or colleagues in your own vehicle, with appropriate insurance, or use a company vehicle.
Could This Be the Opportunity You’re Looking For?
If you want a role where you can build meaningful relationships, help someone achieve greater independence and be part of a team that takes real pride in the support it provides, we’d love to hear from you.
This is more than a support worker position. It’s an opportunity to be part of someone’s life, celebrate their achievements and help them enjoy the independence and opportunities that everyone deserves
