Have you ever wanted to ‘give something back’ to your community? Freeways are definitely the charity for you. We are currently looking to recruit support workers in our Bristol services.
Part time & Full Time (22.5hrs - 37.5 hours per week), Permanent
All training is provided within your first six months of employment. After this there is the opportunity to work towards your Diploma 3 in Health and Social Care.
Things we would expect you to do during a day:
· Supporting people to access the local community
· Support to travel on public transport
· Attend health appointments with the people we support
· Domestic duties, such as light cleaning
· Personal care for individuals
· Supporting to maintain family relationships
· Activities within the house – such as arts and crafts, gardening
The benefits of working with Freeways:
28 days (pro-rata) annual leave entitlement (including public holidays), increases up to 35 days (pro-rata) with length of service
Excellent induction and training programme
Opportunity to complete the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Prospects for progression within the company - many of our support workers have gone on to become Team Leaders, Assistant Managers, Trainee Managers and Service Managers with us
Company sick pay
Company pension scheme
Life assurance cover of twice your annual salary (subject to rules of the scheme)
Family friendly/work-life balance policies
Free DBS check every 3 years
Occupational health provision
Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour access to a counselling and legal helpline
About us:
Freeways are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities. We are a highly regarded provider of residential services and are passionate about helping people to become as independent as possible by supporting them to make choices, learn new skills and make links with their local community.
Unfortunately Freeways is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and Adult Barred List check.
Please note, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re unfortunately unable to respond to each one individually. If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that, on this occasion, your application has not been successful. We wish you the best in your job search and appreciate your support for the work we do.
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Part time & Full Time (22.5hrs - 37.5 hours per week), Permanent
Have you ever wanted to ‘give something back’ to your community? Freeways are definitely the charity for you. We are currently looking to recruit support workers in our Keynsham service.
The service support adults with learning disabilities to enable them to live their best lives. The staff teams are flexible and supportive of each other as well as offering an excellent service to the people they support.
As one of our support workers you would be supporting the activities that everyone enjoys as well as caring for those with less mobility and understanding. The rota is flexible and does include evenings and weekends and we can work with you to take into consideration a healthy and happy work/life balance. An anti-social enhancement is provided to those who work evenings and weekends and an excellent rate for sleeping in.
All training is provided within your first six months of employment. After this there is the opportunity to work towards your Diploma 3 in Health and Social Care.
Things we would expect you to do during a day:
· Supporting people to access the local community
· Support to travel on public transport
· Attend health appointments with the people we support
· Domestic duties, such as light cleaning
· Personal care for individuals
· Supporting to maintain family relationships
· Activities within the house – such as arts and crafts, gardening
The benefits of working with Freeways:
28 days (pro-rata) annual leave entitlement (including public holidays), increases up to 35 days (pro-rata) with length of service
Excellent induction and training programme
Opportunity to complete the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Prospects for progression within the company - many of our support workers have gone on to become Team Leaders, Assistant Managers, Trainee Managers and Service Managers with us
Company sick pay
Company pension scheme
Life assurance cover of twice your annual salary (subject to rules of the scheme)
Family friendly/work-life balance policies
Free DBS check every 3 years
Occupational health provision
Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour access to a counselling and legal helpline
About us:
Freeways are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities. We are a highly regarded provider of residential services and are passionate about helping people to become as independent as possible by supporting them to make choices, learn new skills and make links with their local community.
Unfortunately Freeways is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and Adult Barred List check.
Unfortunately Freeways is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
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As a PBS Assistant Manager you will be leading a team of PBS Assistants in the day to day running of a high quality support service for a person who communicates through their behaviour.
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
£31,669.00 per annum, Orchard Cottage, Abbots Leigh
About Freeways
Freeways is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities. We are a highly regarded provider of supported living services and residential care. We are passionate about helping people to become as independent as possible by supporting them to make choices, learn new skills and make links with their local community.
About the Role
As a PBS Assistant Manager you will be leading a team of PBS Assistants in the day to day running of a high quality support service for a person who communicates through their behaviour. You will ensure services are delivered in a way that puts people we support at the centre of the service they receive and promotes rights, choice, dignity and diversity. This support will be in line with best practice and meet appropriate regulatory, contractual and legal requirements. In the absence of the Manager you will take responsibility for the running of the service.
You will help manage a team of PBS Assistants centred around a person with complex presentation, which may include, learning disabilities, mental health issues, autism and communication differences alongside ongoing physical health conditions. They may also have a forensic background.
You and your team will support people with any aspect of their day to day living. You’ll work in a person-centred, strengths-based and psychologically informed way, so they can enjoy the best possible quality of life. You’ll develop and review Support Plans, PBS Plans and Risk assessments that enable the person to live as independently possible.
This exciting opportunity will involve a mixture of office based and support work. There is a requirement for flexible working including evenings, weekends and sleeps.
About you
The ideal candidate will have or be willing to undertake a Diploma Level 5 in Positive Behaviour Support – BILD and have experience relevant to the role. Knowledge of current regulations and legislation regarding care and support is essential. They must also have experience in leading and managing a team.
In return, you will receive:
Unfortunately Freeways is unable to sponsor employment of international workers. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and Adults Barred List check.
Closing date:TBC
APPLY NOWNight Wake Support Worker – Support Worker (2 the Glen)
Location: 2 The Glen, Bristol
38 hours per week (4 night wakes)
About the role
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join Freeways as a Night Wake Support Worker to provide wakeful night duty support.
Responsibilities will include:
· Carrying out regular checks on residents/tenants as necessary with due regard to residents privacy.
· Security and fire prevention checks
· Dealing with any emergency with residents during the night and dealing with it appropriately and according to agreed procedures
· To be knowledgeable of all residents’/tenants’ needs and understand how to deal with all eventualities
· To assist when residents are getting up and maintain the morning routine with day staff
· To write a brief report regarding any issues at night
· Undertake domestic duties, such as laundry and ironing, food preparation, cleaning kitchens, bathrooms, toilets and communal areas as required.
There is a requirement for flexible working including weekends.
About you
The ideal candidate will hold a diploma Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards and have knowledge of current regulations and legislation regarding care and support, however full training will be provided.
In return, you will receive:
· Competitive salary
· 28 days annual leave entitlement (including public holidays) pro-rata
· Annual leave entitlement increases up to 35 days with length of service (pro-rata)
· Excellent induction and training
· Opportunity to complete the Level 3 Diploma in Social Care
· Company sick pay
· Company pension scheme
· Life assurance cover of twice your annual salary (subject to rules of the scheme)
· Family friendly/work-life balance policies
· Free DBS check every 3 years
· Occupational health provision
· Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour access to a counselling and legal helpline
About Freeways
Freeways is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities. We are a highly regarded provider of supported living and residential services. We are passionate about helping people to become as independent as possible by supporting them to make choices, learn new skills and make links with their local community.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and Adults Barred List check.
Unfortunately Freeways is unable to sponsor employment of international workers. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
Rate: Up to £12.85 per hour and an additional night wake enhancement rate of £2.50 per hour
Closing date: 12 May 2026
APPLY NOWWe are looking for a cleaner to join our friendly team in one of our residential homes
About Freeways
Freeways is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities. We are a highly regarded provider of residential care and supported living services. The aim of our services is to help people to become as independent as possible by helping them make choices, learn new skills and make links with their local community.
About the Role
We are looking for a cleaner to join our friendly team in one of our residential homes in Keynsham. You will be responsible for:
About You
If you are enthusiastic, compassionate and love to clean then this could be the role for you.
Benefits
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and Adult Barred List check.
Unfortunately Freeways is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
Please note, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re unfortunately unable to respond to each one individually. If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that, on this occasion, your application has not been successful. We wish you the best in your job search and appreciate your support for the work we do.
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Freeways is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities.
Join Our Team as Head of Finance!
Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for making a difference?
At Freeways & Freeways Trust, we’re seeking a Head of Finance to lead our financial operations and provide insightful analysis to support our charitable missions based at our Head Office in Abbots Leigh. Opportunity for hybrid working.
Key Responsibilities:
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Why Join Us?
About Us
Freeways is a charity which has been in operation since 1987 and employs approximately 300 staff. We run a number of residential (care) homes, supported living flats and community support across Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset supporting adults with learning disabilities. Our Head Office in Abbots Leigh is co-located with a day centre and hydrotherapy pool. The aim of our services is to support people to become as independent as possible by helping them make choices, learn new skills and make links with their local community.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and Adults Barred List check.
Unfortunately Freeways is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
For more information please call us on 01275 372109 or visit www.freeways.org.uk
Closing date: 26 May 2026
Interviews: week commencing 01 June 2026
APPLY NOWIf you are interested in any of our vacancies, please complete the online application form, or you can ring our HR team on 01275 372109, leaving your name, telephone number and address and we can send you an application pack in the post. We are also happy to receive applications pending future vacancies
