Support Worker

Support Worker - Horsham Area

Company: Morning Stars Care

Pay: £13 - £13.75 per hour

Looking for full time and bank staff

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Morning Stars Care is looking for compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our team in the Horsham area.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in empowering individuals with a range of conditions to live fulfilling and independent lives. You’ll support people to achieve personal goals, access activities they enjoy, and ensure they feel safe, respected, and heard every day. We are in a period of exciting and rapid expansion and are currently recruiting for Bank Staff. This expansion means we will be we will soon be in a position to offer full time and part time roles.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay: £13.00 – £13.75 per hour (dependent on experience)
• Time and a half pay on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
• Bank holidays included in annual leave entitlement (additional day off if worked)
• Paid Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career progression
• Meaningful and rewarding work

Working Hours

• 12 hour Day and Night Shifts
• Sleep In Shifts paid at £50 during the week and £55 at weekends.
• Standby shifts £20 per day.

About Morning Stars Care

At Morning Stars Care, we go beyond simply providing support, we are dedicated to enriching lives through compassionate, person-centred care. Our mission is to deliver tailored, holistic support that prioritises each individual’s physical, emotional, and social wellbeing while promoting independence, dignity, and choice. We treat every person we support like family, working collaboratively with professionals and loved ones to ensure the highest standards of care. With a strong focus on compassion, respect, and excellence, we are committed to creating a positive, supportive environment for both the people we support and our staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals to build independence and confidence
• Encourage and enable access to social and community activities
• Promote choice, dignity, and respect in all aspects of care
• Provide emotional support and reassurance
• Work positively with individuals who may present behaviours of concern (challenging behaviour)
• Follow person-centred support plans and contribute to their development

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking individuals who:

• Treat others with dignity, kindness, and respect
• Believe everyone deserves a full and meaningful life
• See the person, not the diagnosis or behaviour
• Remain calm and compassionate under pressure
• Are curious and willing to learn positive behaviour support approaches
• Value equality, inclusion, and human rights
• Are honest, accountable, and open to reflection

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence (no vehicle required)
• Experience of Positive Behaviour Support, Experience with Learning Disabilities, Experience with Mental Health. (desirable)
• Clear DBS check
• Ability to work alternate weekends
• Willingness to complete 1 sleep-in shift per week
• Availability for one standby day per week (£20 payment)
• Early shift availability (arriving 15 minutes before start time)
• Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (desirable, not essential)
• Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship

If you’re ready to build a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and join Morning Stars Care in delivering outstanding support in the Horsham community.

Pay: £13.00-£13.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension

Application question(s):

• What is your current postcode?
• Do you require sponsorship to work in the UK? Unfortunately we do not offer this.
• Are you able to do one paid standby shift per week where you can cover sickness/absence? (This is essential)
• Are you able to do 1 sleep-in shift per week? (This is essential)

Licence/Certification:

• UK Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road