Support Worker (Driver Essential)
Head First Ltd
HorshamView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£16.78 an hour
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
9 November 2026
20 days leftJob description
Location: Horsham, West Sussex
Salary: £16.78 per hour
Vacancy Type: Permanent Contract, Monday to Friday, 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm (30 Hours per Week)
Love football, gaming and helping people live life to the fullest?
We're looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Support Worker to join an established team supporting a young male client with cerebral palsy in Horsham.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building genuine working relationships and supporting someone to take part in the activities they enjoy, both at home and in the community.
A full UK driving licence is essential, as you'll be required to drive the client's automatic vehicle to support outings, appointments and social activities.
- Watching football and sport
- Gaming on his PlayStation
- Meeting new people
- Going out into the community
- Spending time with others and having a chat
He uses a wheelchair when out and about but can walk short distances with support and a walking aid.
No two days are the same. You'll support the client to live as independently as possible and take part in the activities he enjoys.
- Supporting with personal care
- Assisting with mobility and daily routines
- Driving the client's automatic vehicle
- Accompanying the client to social and community activities
- Encouraging independence, choice and participation
- Supporting hobbies, interests and leisure activities
- Working as part of a wider support team
Previous care experience is welcomed but is not essential, as full training will be provided.
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Friendly, reliable and professional approach
- Good communication skills
- Confidence in supporting personal care (training provided)
- Enthusiasm for supporting someone to live an active and independent life
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS check (funded if required)
- Permanent employment contract
- Guaranteed 30 contracted hours per week
- £16.78 per hour
- Paid annual leave
- Workplace pension
- Full induction and training programme
- Brain injury and specialist care training
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Regular supervision and support
- Dedicated HR and payroll support
- 24/7 on-call support from Head First
About Head First
Head First provides specialist support and case management services for individuals with complex neurological conditions and injuries, with successful applicants employed directly by the client.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Head First, please do not hesitate to apply.
How to apply
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Reed
First seen
12 October 2026
Last checked
20 October 2026
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