About Dimensions
Dimensions is one of the country’s largest not-for-profit organisations, proudly supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people to live fuller, more independent lives. Everything we do is underpinned by our values of Ambition, Courage, Integrity, Partnership, and Respect, with people we support and their families at the heart of every decision.
We are at the forefront of social care, using our award-winning Activate support model to deliver outcomes-focused, person-centred support that genuinely improves quality of life. Joining Dimensions means becoming part of an organisation that genuinely cares about the difference it makes and about the people who make that difference possible.
About the role
- Relief Support Worker (0 Hours)
- Stowmarket, Suffolk.
- £12.43–£13.54 per hour, depending on the home you work in
- Full UK driving licence essential.
We are looking for Relief Support Workers to provide flexible support across four supported living homes in Stowmarket. Three of the four homes provide support with behaviours of distress and complex needs, so this role is ideal for someone with prior experience in supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people, also experience working with individuals who may display behaviours of distress.
As a Relief Support Worker, you will be a vital part of the team, providing cover for colleague absences, additional support needs, or periods of increased demand. No two days will be the same, and flexibility is key — this is a zero-hours contract, allowing you to choose shifts that fit around your availability.
You will support people to live the life they choose by:
- Using the Activate approach to help people learn new skills and make progress across key areas of their lives.
- Encouraging independence and recognising every moment as an opportunity for growth.
- Supporting with daily living tasks such as shopping, meal preparation, housework, and managing money.
- Supporting people to access education, employment, leisure interests, holidays, and their local community.
- Supporting with medication and personal care where required.
- Maintaining accurate records using IT systems.
- Working in partnership with families, colleagues, and external professionals.
A full UK driving licence is essential, as you will be required to travel between homes and support people with day-to-day travel arrangements.
About you
We are looking for people who genuinely share our values and can demonstrate them throughout the recruitment process. You will:
- Have previous experience as a Support Worker or in a similar role.
- Be confident supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, including behaviours of distress.
- Be able to communicate clearly, adapt your communication style, and actively listen.
- Work well as part of a team while also using your initiative.
- Be flexible and able to respond to changing support needs.
- Be willing to complete all required training and use digital systems.
Experience will be explored and assessed throughout the interview process.
Rewards that make a difference
- Competitive rates of pay
- Flexible working opportunities
- Discounts on shopping, leisure, and more
- Recognition through our Inspiring People awards
- Comprehensive induction and training programme
- Fully funded Care Certificate
- Ongoing free training opportunities
- Access to our 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- A strong wellbeing strategy and colleague support networks
Apply now.
- An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
- We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.
- As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training, and career development of disabled employees.
- As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments, we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
- We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.
