This job expired on 22nd March 2026

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Children's Learning Disability Support Worker | Worthing | £14.08ph | P/T Weekend only

  • Are you friendly and passionate about supporting children and young adults with learning disabilities?

  • Do you want to join an outgoing, fun team whose main goals are to help individuals have fun and live fulfilling lives by facilitating meaningful activities, promoting independence, and reducing social isolation?

  • Would you describe yourself as flexible in your approach and easy to adapt?

Guild Care are seeking a Children’s Learning Disabilities Support Worker at our Treehouse Club. This role is 1 day, every weekend only (first 3 Saturdays of the month and 4th weekend Sunday), perfect for those looking for something meaningful to do at the weekend and make a difference to someone else in a part-time position. You will be working one-on-one with 8-16year olds all with various needs. You will be joining a fun and engaging team, all who do the job as they want to assist in the development of our young people and try to make their day with us as enjoyable as they can.

Why Join Guild Care?

At Guild Care, we believe in putting people first—our Children and our team. We offer a warm, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where staff are encouraged to grow, develop, and thrive.

We offer competitive salary and benefits including:

  • Annual Wellbeing Day off

  • Employee Assistance Programme (free confidential advice on wellbeing, family, debt, and more)

  • Cycle to Work scheme

  • Free Specsavers eye care vouchers

  • Option to buy and sell annual leave

  • Health cash plan (silver and gold)

 

Apply Now

For more information, please review the full job spec on Guild Care's website and apply today.. . Join us in delivering care that’s built on relationships, not routines. If you're ready to lead with compassion and help shape young peoples futures in your community, we want to hear from you.

If you are motivated, compassionate, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. For more information see full job spec and apply now. Please note: Interviews will take place before the advert's official end date.

Guild Care are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. If you’re passionate about making a difference and share our values, we’d love to hear from you.

Important Information
Location: Ashdown Children’s Centre, 1-3 Birkdale Road, Worthing, United Kingdom, West Sussex, BN13 2QY
Date Posted: 2nd March 2026
Closing Date: 22nd March 2026
Industry: Social Care
Job Type: Part time
Salary: £14.08 Hourly

About the role

Children's Support Worker - Treehouse Club (Location - Methold House, Worthing)

Key Responsibilities

  • Support individuals in engaging, safe, and stimulating activities (1-2-1)

  • Provide personal care and administer medication (training provided)

  • Watching at all times and it's a very active role

  • Work within Guild Care’s day service settings and in the local community

  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to service improvements

  • Promote choice, dignity, and independence for all individuals

  • Ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of all Children and young people

Guild Care is a long-established charity in Worthing with a reputation for providing high-quality care and support services. Come and join us and have the chance to make a meaningful difference to others.

As a Children's Support Worker at the Treehouse Club, you will be the welcoming face that greets and provides direct care to the children we support. Our sessions offer much-needed respite and support for families and carers of young people with learning disabilities and complex needs.

Your role involves supervising and facilitating inclusive experiences for our families and young people. A cheerful disposition and the ability to approach each day with a smile are essential.

We adopt a child-centred approach to our support services, with activities led by our Support Worker that include arts and crafts, cooking, sensory play, and outdoor sessions. If you are a keen teacher, carer or just passionate about assisting children with learning disabilities, we want to hear from you!

 Apply Now

For more information, please review the full job spec on Guild Care's website and apply today.. . Join us in delivering care that’s built on relationships, not routines. If you're ready to lead with compassion and help shape young peoples futures in your community, we want to hear from you.

If you are motivated, compassionate, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. For more information see full job spec and apply now. Please note: Interviews will take place before the advert's official end date.

Guild Care are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. If you’re passionate about making a difference and share our values, we’d love to hear from you.

What you will need

Required criteria

  • A passion for supporting children and young adults with learning disabilities and other complex needs to live life to the full
  • Ability to provide practical assistance to enable the people we support to engage in a wide range of activities

Desired criteria

  • Ability to administer medication (training will be provided) and provide personal care
  • Knowledge of Makaton sign language
  • Relevant professional qualification (e.g., NVQ, QCF)

Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity

Listening/ Active Listening

Listening/ Active Listening

Teamwork

Teamwork

Ability to support clients with learning disabilities and/or complex needs

Ability to support clients with learning disabilities and/or complex needs

Providing personal care

Providing personal care

Guild Care

We are Worthing’s leading and most established social care charity, supporting people to live well, enjoy life and love every day.

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Our story

Guild Care was founded in Worthing in 1933 by visionary volunteers dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in the local community. Originally known as Worthing Council of Social Service, the organisation focused on alleviating poverty, isolation, and health challenges during difficult times. Over the following decades, Guild Care consistently expanded its services, proactively responding to the community's evolving needs.

In the 1950s and 1960s, Guild Care established innovative day centres and residential care homes, significantly enhancing life quality for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Adapting continually, the charity later introduced specialised dementia care facilities and tailored services for those with learning disabilities.

Today, Guild Care supports over 3,000 people annually across West Sussex through a range of community-focused services. Remaining true to its founding values, the organisation is one of Worthing's largest employers, powered by almost 700 dedicated staff members and the essential contributions of more than 300 volunteers, all united in making a meaningful difference.

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Our vision

Our vision is for all people in need of care to live ​fulfilling, safe and secure lives​.

Our mission

We will achieve our vision by ensuring our support and services are accessible, effective and lovingly delivered​.

Our BELIEF values

Brave | Engaging | Loving | Integrity | Everyone Matters | Free to Be Me

Our equality statement

At Guild Care, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and equality. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and enables us to better serve our community.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.

Join us in our mission to make a positive difference in people's lives.

Our benefits

At Guild Care, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees in every aspect of their lives—financially, professionally, and personally.

Health and Wellbeing

Your wellbeing is our priority. Staff benefit from an annual Wellbeing Day, free flu vaccinations, and confidential support through the BHSF Employee Assistance Programme. With schemes like Cycle 2 Work, free eye tests for eligible roles, and mental health support through the Care Workers Charity, we aim to promote a healthier, happier workforce.

Work-life Balance

We understand the importance of flexibility, offering favourable holiday terms, flexible working options, homeworking opportunities, and carers’ leave to help you balance work with life’s demands.

Professional Development

At Guild Care, your career growth is important to us. We provide progressive career pathways, mandatory training programmes, in-house learning opportunities, and access to professional qualifications, including accredited programmes and the Care Certificate.

A Supportive Work Environment

Join a local charity with over 90 years of history and a strong community focus. Employees enjoy supportive colleagues, job satisfaction, and opportunities to engage in events and fundraising activities. Our inclusive culture features initiatives such as length of service recognition, annual staff awards, and employee networking groups.

At Guild Care, we reinvest all our surpluses into our services, staff, and community, ensuring your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

Join us and be part of something extraordinary!

Vacation, Paid time off

Retirement plan and/or pension

Employee development programs

Employee discounts

Gym membership or wellness programs

Cycle to work

Referral bonus

Competitive salary

Long service recognition

Employee Assistance Scheme

Wellbeing Scheme

Blue Light Card

Work With Charities

Social Opportunities

Progression opportunities

Staff celebration events

Children's Learning Disability Support Worker | Worthing | £14.08ph | P/T Weekend only

We are Worthing’s leading and most established social care charity, supporting people to live well, enjoy life and love every day.