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Daniel's story - Creating equity at work with Caption.Ed
Daniel Wheeler, Resourcing Coordinator at Dimensions shares how using Caption.Ed supports him in his role.
‘Save our social care’: Dimensions equal pay petition, backed by over 76,000 people, handed into No.10 Downing Street
On Tuesday 19th September we led a cross-party march to No.10 Downing Street to hand in our petition calling for government to align minimum care worker pay to NHS Band 3 – a plea supported by over 76,000 members of the public.
Awarded again – Dimensions given UK’s Best Workplaces for Women in 2023 accreditation
We’re pleased to announce that we’ve been accredited for a second year in a row with the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women.
“Social care deserves same respect as NHS” – the sector and public demand parity of pay to address workforce challenges
We've launched a petition calling for government to align minimum care worker pay to NHS Band 3 – a plea backed overwhelmingly by the public.
Five in a row – We’re accredited as a UK’s Best Workplace for a fifth year!
Dimensions group has achieved extra special recognition as being a UK’s Best Workplace by the Great Place to Work Institute for an incredible fifth year in a row.
How the right support is making a world of difference to David’s life
Music, soaps, football, good hearty food, organisation, and routine are top of the list when it comes to what is important to David and this is something his support team know well.
Alex, Ade and Clare’s Story
For 24 years now, Ade has been supporting Clare’s brother Alex. Clare can’t be with her brother all the time to make sure he’s safe and well– and that’s where Ade comes in.
Dimensions recognised as a 2023 UK Best Workplace for Wellbeing
The Dimensions group has officially been recognised as a 2023 UK’s Best Workplace™ for Wellbeing, by Great Place to Work® UK!
The Difference Between a Care Worker & a Support Worker
The terms care and support are often used interchangeably, but there are differences. Dimensions explains the differences between a care worker and a support worker.
The Role of a Support Worker
As a support worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting people with learning disabilities and autism to lead a fulfilling life. If you’re interested in becoming a support worker, we’ve put together this guide to help you decide if a role in social care is right for you.
Dimensions recognised as a 2022 UK’s Best Workplace for Women
We are pleased to announce that we have been accredited with the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women in 2022, by Great Place to Work® UK!
We’re one of the UK’s Best Workplaces – for the fourth year in a row!
We are delighted to let you know that the Dimensions group has been officially accredited as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces by the Great Place to Work Institute for a fourth year in a row.
Social Care Career Development Testimonies
Social care can offer so many rewarding career development opportunities - as the testimonies from these inspiring Dimensions colleagues highlight.
Dimensions recognised as a 2022 UK’s Best Workplace for Wellbeing
The Dimensions group has officially been recognised as a 2022 UK’s Best Workplace™ for Wellbeing, by Great Place to Work® UK!
“You can get to where you want to” - Tina’s career journey with Dimensions
Dimensions Assistant locality Manager Tina Cracknell has featured in a Norfolk County Council video sharing how she found her dream career in the care sector, supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism.
Dimensions is a Disability Confident Leader - again
Following painstaking external assessment, Dimensions has again been recognised as a “Disability Confident Leader” – the top tier of award under the Disability Confident scheme
My disability and my Dimensions career: Bruno’s story
Dimensions support worker Bruno discusses his disability and career with Dimensions.
My disability and my Dimensions career: Sarah’s story
Sarah shares her story of her disability and working with Dimensions
My disability and my Dimensions career: Louis’ story
Dimensions resourcing assistant Louis discusses his disability and his career with Dimensions.
Double-silver at the Recruitment Awards!
Dimensions takes home double-silver at the 2021 In House Recruitment Awards!
Dimensions and Discovery Colleagues up for Multiple Awards
Dimensions and Discovery colleagues across the country are crossing their fingers ahead of Friday night’s National Learning Disability Awards
Black History Month & Diversity and Inclusion at Dimensions
Mbye Sey, Dimensions Forensic Services Locality Manager, talks about Black History Month and the steps Dimensions are taking towards greater diversity and inclusion.
Peter’s Story as a Dimensions Support Worker
How do you support someone in an activity if you haven’t done it before? As Peter found out, you get stuck in and discover a new passion along the way!
Helping People with Learning Disabilities
Dimensions Assistant Locality Manager, Hollie, has featured in Lincolnshire World. She encourages people to come forward and help people with learning disabilities and join the care sector.
Dimensions Gender Pay Gap, a Fraction of National Average
We are proud to publish our gender pay gap report. It measures the difference between the average female earnings, compared to the average male earnings, regardless of roles.