Support Worker

Job Advertisement: Support Worker

Position Overview

• Agency Name: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency (Placing on behalf of School House / Elysium Healthcare)

• Location: School House, School Walk, Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, TW16 6RB

• Position: Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant

• Salary: Annual base salary of £25,564.50

• Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 contracted hours per week, working on shifts between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM, including weekends on a rota. Sponsorship is not available).

Introduction

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with School House to source a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker. Be part of making lives better at our specialist residential service in Sunbury-on-Thames, and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

Using your knowledge, experience, and caring nature, you will make a positive difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. Enjoy a fulfilling career where you are valued, recognized, and supported within a collaborative culture built on kindness and teamwork.

What You Will Be Doing

• Join an inclusive, supportive team providing person-centred care to help individuals progress along their recovery pathway toward a valued and fulfilled life.

• Participate in daily routines, including ward rounds, analysing behaviours, and adapting care approaches accordingly with colleagues.

• Update patient records and provide comprehensive care and support, which may include assisting with personal hygiene and daily living needs.

• Bring a positive attitude, compassion, resilience, and vigilance to a dynamic environment to help residents achieve meaningful progress.

Key Skills & Qualities

• A caring, patient, and resilient nature with strong emotional awareness.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

• A positive, adaptable attitude and a firm commitment to person-centred care.

• Previous experience in support work, care, or learning disability/mental health settings is highly beneficial.

Where You Will Be Working

School House provides a specialist residential service in Surrey for individuals of all gender identities who have a learning disability or are autistic, and who may present with behaviours of concern/distress alongside complex needs. The home features nine en-suite bedrooms, a self-contained flat, two lounges (including a sensory room), a dining room, kitchen, and a surrounding garden, all situated close to excellent local community parks and amenities.

What We Offer You

• Competitive Salary: Annual base salary of £25,564.50.

• Generous Leave: The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + your birthday off, with options to buy additional leave.

• Perks & Discounts: Access to the Ely-Vate savings platform and a Blue Light Card.

• Financial Wellbeing: Pension contributions, Life Assurance, and Stream (instant access to earned wages when needed).

• Health & Support: 24/7 GP service, second medical opinions, and comprehensive wellbeing support activities.

• Onsite Perks: Free/subsidised meals and free parking options.

• Career Growth: Continuous professional development and structured training pathways to help you achieve your career goals.