Support Worker, Ref: SOLOWBT

Info

Position Title: Support Worker

Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire

Hourly Rate: £14.74 with an increase after 2 years service

Hours Per Week: Fridays 3.30pm – 7.30pm plus flexible hours during school holidays between 8.30am and 5.30pm

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Job Reference: SOLOWBT

Closing Date: 31.03.2026

Interviews being held: 02.04.2026

We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Support Worker to help care for William, a non-verbal child with complex healthcare needs, in his family home. This is a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real difference to William’s daily life and wellbeing.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Hi, my name is William. I live at home with my mum, dad and my two younger siblings. I love swimming, music, sensory play, fresh air and adventures outdoors. I have complex medical needs, including: Seizure management Respiratory care, including chest physiotherapy and suctioning Gastrostomy feeding and medication administration Dystonia management Supporting positioning and mobility I use a wheelchair, cannot sit or weight-bear unaided, and rely on consistent, familiar support.

A good day for me is when I feel safe, comfortable and can engage in activities I enjoy.

ABOUT YOU

You will be patient, reliable and compassionate, with experience in: Seizure management Respiratory care Gastrostomy feeding Supporting non-verbal children with complex care needs Additional paediatric experience, including suctioning or neurological care, is a plus. You will be trained in all my care plans and support by my multidisciplinary team. If you are ready to join my support team and make a real difference in my life, we’d love to hear from you!

BENEFITS

In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive rate of pay in addition to:

- 5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions).

- Company pension scheme after 3 months’ service, subject to the scheme rules.

- Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan, after successful completion of the probation period.

- Free training and development for all roles.

- Access to wellbeing and support tools.

- ‘Star of the Month’ rewards.

And so much more!

SAFER RECRUITMENT

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of satisfactory references (see our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information).

SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT

Solo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We will actively promote the safety, health and well-being of everyone in our care by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate within the organisation. We believe that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Please be advised that decisions regarding applications and employment are made in conjunction with our client. Therefore, applications will be shared with them for consideration. We will anonymise all information provided to us to ensure your data is kept confidential prior to an offer of interview. You can view our privacy policy on our website: www.solosupportservices.co.uk/aboutus