Job Description

Support Worker - The Lily Housing Project

Location: Weymouth, Dorchester & Ferndown
Job Type: Full-time | 33 hours per week | Permanent
Salary: 25,625.60 - 26,655.20 per annum (including sleep-ins)
Sleep-in rate: 55.00 per shift (approx. 2 per week)
(Salary dependent on qualifications and experience)

Be the Difference in a Young Person's Life

At The Lily Housing Project, we believe that every young person deserves a safe, stable, and empowering place to call home. Our mission is to support young people in building the confidence, skills, and independence they need to thrive in adult life.

We're now looking for

dedicated, compassionate Support Workers

to join our team across Weymouth, Dorchester, and Ferndown. If you're someone who thrives on helping others and wants to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Support Worker, you will:

Deliver direct, person-centred care and support to young people Build strong, trusting relationships to help young residents reach their goals Create, monitor, and update individual support plans in collaboration with the young person Accurately record and report key information, incidents, and progress Support daily routines including cooking, shopping, cleaning, and attending appointments Encourage involvement in education, training, or employment opportunities Assist with life skills such as budgeting, housing applications, and ID or benefits support Promote self-esteem, resilience, and independence through encouragement and consistency Carry out regular checks to maintain a safe and welcoming living environment Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to deliver excellent care
About You

We're looking for individuals who are:

Passionate about supporting young people to succeed Ideally experienced in a support role and working towards or holding a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) New to the sector? That's okay--if you have the right values, we'll provide full training Resilient, reliable, and strong communicators Drivers with access to a vehicle and appropriate business insurance
Why Work With Us?

We offer a supportive, inclusive workplace where your contribution is truly valued, with benefits that include:

Day off for your birthday (post-probation) 28 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 32 with service Additional leave or cash bonuses at 3, 5, 10, 15, and 20 years Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy leave Company sick pay (after probation) Paid Blue Light Card (post-probation) Funded apprenticeships at Levels 3, 4, and 5 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Staff referral scheme
Who We Are

At The Lily Housing Project, we value every team member. As an Investors in People accredited organisation, we invest in staff development, recognise hard work, and create opportunities for long-term growth and success. We're driven by a shared purpose: to build better futures for young people.

Important Information

You must have the right to work in the UK and a 5-year checkable UK work history All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer

Ready to start a rewarding career where you'll help shape young lives?

Apply now and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,626.60-26,655.20 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Sick pay
Shift:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift
Experience:

support work: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) level 3 in Residential Childcare (preferred)
Work Location: In person