Making every moment countSupport Workers play an essential role in helping young people live full, enriched lives. You’ll work in the residential bungalows, forming close professional relationships with the young people you support. This is a hands-on, emotionally rich role that blends care, creativity and connection. I honestly feel like I’m hanging out with my best friends all day, both the staff and the young people Paige, Support Worker The Role: Supporting independence, celebrating individualityYou’ll assist with personal care, mobility, communication and day-to-day routines – but equally you’ll be there to support creativity, fun, and new experiences.Challenges you’ll face:Balancing routine care with responsive, person-centred supportManaging behaviours that challenge with compassion and consistencyNavigating emotional moments, especially with young people facing health or communication barriersWhat makes it worthwhile:Seeing someone achieve something they couldn’t do beforeHelping build confidence, joy, and a sense of agency in someone's lifeBeing part of a warm, supportive team who lift each other up Hear from Amy about being a Support Worker and how your career can grow at Chailey Heritage Foundation. A day in the life of a Support Worker