Join Our Team as a Complex Needs Support Worker
Location:Drayton, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Salary:£13.69 per hour (£26,695.5 per annum) plus benefits
Hours: 7.00 am – 3.00 pm, 2.00 pm – 10.00 pm (Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis. Please note, the shifts may vary due to the needs of the people we support)
Contract:Full-time (37.5 hours per week), Permanent
Driving Requirement:A valid driving license is required (Manual, UK)
Visa Sponsorship is not Available:Applicants must already be authorised to work in the United Kingdom; SeeAbility is not able to provide new work authorisation.
Make a Real Difference
We are excited to welcome experienced Support Workers to join our supported living homes in Drayton, Abingdon. If you’re someone who leads with empathy, champions quality of life, and believes in supporting people to live the lives they choose, while building genuine, trusted relationships, this could be the role for you.
What’s in It for You?
Guaranteed hours – stability you can rely on
Paid training and career development – grow your skills with us
A supportive and friendly team – you’ll never be on your own
Stream (formerly Wagestream) – access your pay when you need itIs This You?
Do you stay calm when things take time?
Can you explain information clearly and more than once if needed?
Do you value routine, structure and helping others feel safe and confident?
This is a physical, hands‑on role, and to succeed you’ll have:
• Good spoken and written English
• A full UK manual driving licence
• The right to live and work in the UK
• A practical, active approach to work, with the ability to support people throughout the day
• A caring, positive and resilient mindset
How Will You Make a Difference
As a Support Worker, you’ll help people live fuller, more independent lives by:
Supporting daily routines from morning to bedtime
Planning and enjoying person‑centred activities — walks, shopping and trips out
Building trusted, respectful relationships that support confidence and wellbeing
Keeping clear and accurate records
Working closely with colleagues and professionalsThis is a role where building strong relationships is just as important as providing practical support.
Learn more about the role and watch our “Day in the Life of a Support Worker” video to bring it to life!
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Big news — we’re expanded!
Join us in our new home where you’ll support an individual. You won’t be alone — you’ll be part of a passionate, caring team.
John* You’ll be supporting John, a vibrant individual with complex needs who’s moving into a specially adapted home.
John lives in a single occupancy home which is purposely adapted to meet his complex needs. He loves going out every Friday for KFC, also trips to cafés and going on drives. His dad is a big part of his life, so family involvement is key and often has family visiting him. When he is not out and about enjoying himself, he usually likes being at home listening to music(especially classical), Disney films, colouring, and outdoor fun like trampolining and swings in the garden. Routine is very important to James.
*Please note, the real name has been changed to protect the individual's identity confidentiality.
You’ll be making a real impact with person who have:
Learning disabilities, including using communication tools like Makaton or PECs
Working with individuals with autism and/or visual impairments
Experienced with behaviour that is highly challenged and applying Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies If you’re compassionate, resilient, and ready to learn, this is your moment. It’s hands-on, it’s heart-led, and yes — it’s brilliant.
For further details about Support Worker job profile, please click the links provided below:
Support Worker role profile
Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking for a role where you don’t just work — you thrive, hit that apply button and let’s make a difference together.
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Our Benefits
Why Join us as a Support Worker
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Safer Recruitment
SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All colleagues are expected to uphold this commitment.
Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including:
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (where appropriate)
Identity, current address and right-to-work verification
Health declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered
Employment references relating to work with children or vulnerable adultsAll checks are completed at SeeAbility’s expense before a start date is confirmed.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including those with disabilities or who are neurodivergent.
Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
In exceptional circumstances, a genuine occupational requirement may apply under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1)For this role, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010
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£13.69 - £13.69 per hour