Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Flitton, Bedfordshire (MK45)
Setting: Client’s Own Home
Pay & Shifts
Pay Rate: £16.81ph (Incl.Hols)
Shift Pattern:

• Part-time (20 hours per week)
• Monday to Saturday
• Day shifts
• Fixed hours

Shift Times:

• Day shifts (exact times TBC)
• Structured around planned activities and community access

Working Dates (Required Cover):

Easter:

• 13th – 17th April

May Half Term:

• 25th – 29th May

Summer Holidays:

• 10th – 14th August
• 17th – 20th August
• 25th – 28th August
• 31st August
• 1st – 4th September

October Half Term:

• 26th – 30th October

Christmas Period:

• 5th – 8th January 2027

About the Role

We are recruiting a dedicated and reliable Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a young adult with an acquired brain injury within his home and community.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to support a motivated and sociable individual as he continues to develop his independence and life skills. The role offers a great balance of structured support and community-based activities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships and working in dynamic environments.

You will play a key role in supporting day-to-day planning, promoting independence, and providing emotional reassurance, while helping the client safely navigate daily routines and community engagement.

You will also work alongside a multidisciplinary team, gaining valuable experience and contributing to a well-structured care package.

About the Client

DP is a 20-year-old young adult who sustained a significant brain injury in childhood.

He presents with:

• Cognitive and executive functioning difficulties
• Challenges with planning, organisation, and decision-making
• Periods of low mood and emotional sensitivity
• Occasional rigidity in thinking and difficulty adapting to change

DP has made strong progress in developing independence and enjoys:

• Community activities
• Gym sessions
• Shopping and outings
• Building life skills such as budgeting and travel

He benefits from:

• Clear structure and routine
• Consistent guidance and prompting
• Emotional support and reassurance

This is a 1:1 support package focused on continuing his progression towards independence.

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Supporting daily planning and structuring of activities
• Facilitating community access (gym, shopping, outings, meals out)

Promoting independence with:

• Budgeting
• Travel
• Decision-making
• Guiding with organisation and routines
• Supporting emotional regulation and managing frustration or low mood
• Encouraging engagement in meaningful activities
• Assisting with independent living skills (meal prep, planning tasks)
• Supporting safe transitions and adapting to changes in plans
• Maintaining clear communication with the wider multidisciplinary team

Requirements & Experience

Essential:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Own vehicle
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Calm, patient, and consistent approach
• Ability to build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries

Desirable:

Experience supporting:

• Acquired brain injury
• Neurodiverse needs
• Cognitive or emotional difficulties
• Experience working with young adults in the community

Understanding of:

• Emotional regulation
• Behavioural support
• Promoting independence

Training Required

The following is beneficial (training can be provided if needed):

• Acquired Brain Injury awareness
• Safeguarding
• Behavioural / emotional support
• Neurodiversity awareness

Salary & Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a specialist multidisciplinary team
• Meaningful and rewarding role supporting independence
• Varied role with community-based activities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Structured and well-supported care package

Why This Role?

• Make a real impact on a young person’s independence journey
• Work in a dynamic, community-based role (not just home-based care)
• Be part of a professional, well-coordinated support team
• Gain valuable experience in brain injury and complex care
• Build a long-term, meaningful working relationship

If you’re an experienced Support Worker looking for flexible, structured work across school holiday periods and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your care career with Priority Recruitment.

*Some roles may require drivers and/or male or female workers only. Where indicated, this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.