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Support Worker - Alternative Movement

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About Us


Alternative Movement is a health, wellbeing, and movement-led organisation built on the belief that everyone has potential. Through functional training, community engagement, and person-centred support, we help individuals improve physical health, mental wellbeing, confidence, and independence.


ALT Support is our specialist support arm, providing day opportunities and community-based support to individuals with a range of disabilities and additional needs. Our work goes beyond traditional care — we support people to live active, meaningful lives through movement, structure, and inclusion. This includes community access, day trips, weekend breaks, and our invite-only community hub café.


The Role


We are looking for compassionate, reliable Support Workers to join our team. This role involves supporting individuals in day services, the community, and home-based settings, helping them to access activities safely while promoting independence, wellbeing, and confidence.


A full UK driving licence is essential, as the role includes transporting individuals to activities, appointments, and community outings.
Key Responsibilities


Provide person-centred support with daily living tasks such as personal care, dressing, and mobility


Support individuals to engage in movement-based, fitness, and community activities


Administer medication safely in line with care plans and company policy


Support with meal preparation and feeding where required


Provide emotional support and promote positive mental wellbeing


Implement behaviour support strategies when needed


Assist with light housekeeping to maintain safe environments


Support with mobility, transfers, and physical tasks (training provided)


Drive individuals safely to appointments, day trips, and activities
Monitor wellbeing and report any concerns promptly


Follow all safeguarding, health & safety, and first aid procedures


Bringing individuals to the gym/therapy sessions


What We’re Looking For..


Full UK driving licence


Experience in care, support work, or a similar role (desirable but not essential)


Confidence working with individuals with disabilities, dementia, or additional needs


Calm, empathetic, and reliable approach


Willingness to be active and engage in movement-based support


Ability to work independently and as part of a team


Why Join Us?


Meaningful, rewarding work where you make a real difference


A supportive, values-driven team


Varied role — no two days the same


Ongoing training and development


Opportunity to work in a progressive, community-focused organisation


If you’re passionate about supporting people to live active, inclusive lives and you’re a driver, we’d love to hear from you.


Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    English – Advanced
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Schedule
    Monday - Sunday
  • Salary
    £12.5 – £15 hourly
  • Starting time
    Immediate start!

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Alternative Movement is a health, wellbeing, and movement-led organisation built on the belief that everyone has potential. Offering support and day opportunities.

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