Salary: Starting at £14.00 per hour
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, 25 hours per week
Closing date: 23:55pm, Tuesday 13 October 2026
Interview date: In Eastbourne, week commencing 28 September 2026
How to apply: Before submitting your application, we encourage you to get in touch by emailing [email protected] or calling 0781 3978 182 to discuss the role and ensure it is the right opportunity for you.
Who to contact if you have a query: If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact the Service Manager on 0781 3978 182 or email the Team Leader at [email protected].
We are looking for a compassionate, patient, enthusiastic, and fun-loving individual to join our team in a 2:1 support role. You will be supporting a cheerful and playful man who is thoughtful, energetic, warm-hearted, and full of character.
He lives at home with his family and is primarily supported while his parents are at work. The role involves providing meaningful daily opportunities for him to engage in activities he enjoys and that promote his wellbeing. This may include accessing the local community, sensory-based activities, developing independent living skills, arts and crafts, baking, and listening to music, which he particularly enjoys. You will also encourage participation in physical activities such as walks, trips to the park, and swimming.
He is autistic and has a severe learning disability, epilepsy, and behaviours that can at times be challenging. Due to the complexity of his needs, you will always work alongside an experienced member of the support team, ensuring a safe, consistent, and positive environment for both him and his staff.
He has his own car, so you must be a driver with a full UK driving license.
As a Positive Behaviour Support Worker with our team, you can expect:
Part-time hours
Competitive pay
Work-life balance – predominantly daytime shifts between 8:00am and 6:00pm, Monday to Saturday, with occasional evenings and weekends.
Comprehensive induction – a structured induction programme with support from our Team Leader.
Ongoing training and development – opportunities to build your skills and further your career.
Specialist Positive Behaviour Support training – including the opportunity to progress to a Level 4 qualification.
Regular supervision and guidance – ensuring you feel supported and confident in your role.
Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future.
Annual leave entitlement.
A rewarding career – the chance to make a genuine and lasting difference to someone's quality of life every day.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team, develop your professional skills, and play a vital role in helping someone lead a fulfilling and meaningful life.
Here's what some of our team say about working with us:
"I love working within a close and supportive team where everyone strives to achieve the same goal!"
"Its been an absolute opportunity for me to work here, love working closely with a small team that is consistent with making an every day impact on ones quality of life."
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and actively welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, including neurodivergent individuals.
Please note that we are unfortunately unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
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