Support Worker Court Community Trust

Support Worker – Stroud Court Community Trust

Stroud Court Community Trust is seeking compassionate
Support Workers to provide tailored care and support for autistic adults in a calm, respectful, and structured community. This rewarding role offers competitive pay, enhanced overtime rates, and qualification bonuses.

• Job Title:
  
  Support Worker
• Employer:
  
  Stroud Court Community Trust
• Pay: £13.30–£23.98 per hour (plus £50 per sleep-in shift)
• Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
• Contract Type:
  Permanent
• Shift &
  
  Schedule:
  
  Weekend availability required; various shifts available
• Closing Date:
  Not specified (apply promptly)

Stroud Court Community Trust is a well-established charity dedicated to supporting autistic adults to live meaningful, fulfilling lives. The organisation values kindness, respect, and understanding, offering staff ongoing training, professional development, and a supportive workplace culture.

Support Workers will provide personal care, medication support, and meaningful activities to residents, helping them achieve independence and wellbeing. The role requires patience, compassion, and strong communication skills, with training provided for those new to care.

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities
• Support clients with medication administration
• Engage residents in social and stimulating activities
• Maintain accurate care records and report changes
• Ensure a safe and clean environment through light housekeeping
• Drive clients to appointments or social outings (if licence held)
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and families to deliver tailored care plans

• Genuine passion for supporting autistic adults
• Previous care experience desirable but not essential (training provided)
• Knowledge of medication administration protocols (advantageous)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Valid driving licence preferred for transportation duties
• Ability to commute or relocate to Stroud GL6 9AN

• Starting rate: £13.30/hour (from 1st April 2026), rising to £13.70/hour after 6-month probation
• Enhanced overtime rates:
  • £23.28/hour for weekend shifts (probation)
  • £23.98/hour for weekend shifts (post-probation)
  • £19.95/hour for weekday late shifts (probation)
  • £20.55/hour for weekday late shifts (post-probation)
• Qualification bonus:
  • Care Certificate: £100
  • Level 2: £250
  • Level 3+: £500 (paid after second month of employment)