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Support Worker

Company: Dignus Group

Salary: £12.71 to £12.71 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Coventry, CV2

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 21 Sept 2026

Closing date: 21 Oct 2026

At Dignus Group, we create safe, supportive homes for adults with complex needs who may need extra help to live independently and achieve the goals that matter most to them

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Across our services, Dignus Specialist Care and Dignus Support, we provide residential care and supported living for people with autism, mental health needs, learning disabilities, and physical or sensory disabilities

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As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in helping people build confidence, develop life skills, and grow their independence so they can live the lifestyle they choose.

This is a rewarding and fast-paced role where no two days are the same.If you are compassionate

, resilient, and passionate about helping people reach their full potential, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What we offer:

• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional annual leave at key career milestones
• Benenden Health plan for added peace of mind
• £500 employee referral scheme
• Early Pay access for greater financial flexibility
• Company pension to support your future
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) wellbeing support
• Life assurance at 2x annual salary
• Overtime opportunities
• Blue Light Card access with discounts on retail, travel, and leisure
• Paid training and access to recognised qualifications to support career progression
• Fully funded apprenticeships
• Clear development pathways and opportunities to progress within the organisation

What the role involves:

You will support vulnerable adults with a range of complex needs, helping them move towards greater independence and achieve their personal goals.

Working to individual care plans and risk assessments, you will provide person-centred support tailored to each individual’s needs.

This

may include:

• Supporting with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning and shopping
• Helping individuals develop life skills and confidence
• Supporting access to community activities, appointments and opportunities
• Encouraging choice, independence and informed decision-making
• Supporting individuals to maintain their tenancy and home environment
• Completing accurate daily records, incident reports and support documentation
• Working closely with social workers, professionals, families and wider support networks
• Supporting transitions, including new admissions and moves between services
• Responding calmly and appropriately to incidents, risks and emergencies

You’ll help create a safe, positive home environment where peoplefeelvalued, empowered and able to thrive.

Working pattern:

This service operates 24/7. You will work any 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis, including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and bank holidays where required.

Flexibility is important, as the needs of the people wesupportcan vary day to day.

What we’re looking for:

We welcome applications from both experienced Support Workers and people who are new to care but have the right values, attitude and willingness to learn.

You may be a great fit if you have:

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults or people with complex needs, or transferable experience from roles involving people support, customer service, healthcare, education, hospitality or community work
• A caring, calm and person-centred approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Confidence working in fast-paced or unpredictable environments
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative
• Good record keeping and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and professional boundaries
• Flexibility to work across shifts
• A genuine passion for helping people live more independent lives

A Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care is desirable, but not essential.

Dignus Group is proud to align with the Care Workforce Pathway, strengthening your development journey and opening clear routes for progression as you grow with us.

Full paid training, ongoing support

, and access to recognised qualifications are provided, making this an excellent opportunity whether you are building on existing experience or starting a rewarding new career in care.

Important information

We are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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