Employer: Hft
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £12.77 per hour
Job Type: Part-time
About the Role
Hft is dedicated to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to live the best life possible. The Support Worker role focuses on helping adults with learning disabilities develop independence, confidence, and life skills.
Each day in this role is different — you could be supporting individuals with daily tasks like cooking and shopping, helping them engage in their community, or encouraging them to try new hobbies. The key focus is providing the right level of support while promoting choice and independence.
Why Work with Hft
Hft offers a supportive and rewarding work environment designed to help every team member thrive.
Benefits include:
Competitive pay: £12.77 per hour, plus enhanced rates for Bank Holidays
Pension scheme for future financial security
Generous leave: 33 days including Bank Holidays
Full training and professional development (no experience required)
Fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care – earn while you learn
Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
Retail and leisure discounts on shopping, travel, and entertainment
Supportive team environment with like-minded colleagues
Values and Culture
Hft’s core values — Kind, Diverse, Positive, and Visionary — guide everything the organisation does. The charity seeks individuals who share these values and are passionate about supporting adults with learning disabilities to achieve their goals and thrive in their communities.
Job Location and Details
Location: Fontwell/Walberton, West Sussex BN18 0AE
Driving: Preferred (limited public transport in the area)
Right to Work: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship
Contract Type: Part-time (15 hours per week)
Shift Patterns:
Early: 7:00/7:30 AM – 2:00/2:30 PM
Late: 2:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Weekends and sleep-in shifts: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Sleep-in rate: basic rate +10%)
Additional Information
This position is covered by The Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 (Occupational Requirements).
Hft applies its standard terms and conditions of employment. As a Disability Confident Employer, Hft is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Having a criminal record may not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Note: Hft reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
Strictly no agencies, please.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role, visit the official Hft website for more information — click here to apply now.