Helping People to Live their Best Life
Camomile Walk - Full time (37.5 hours) or Part-time (22.5 hours)
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.
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.
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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Full time and Part time 22.5 hours - 37.5 hours - Miller Farm
About the Service
Miller Farm is looking for caring, motivated people to join it’s team of bank support workers in Worle. If you’re passionate about helping others live fulfilling, independent lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Miller Farm is home to 10 individuals aged between 50 and 90 who have learning disabilities or a dual diagnosis. Individuals have varied abilities and needs, some people have physical health needs, communication difficulties or may present with a level of complex needs.
We believe in a person centred approach that focuses on each individual’s unique goals and abilities to promote independence and enhance wellbeing. We are focused on creating an environment where people are happy to live and lead fulfilling lives.
Individuals require support with day-to-day living skills to help build their independence, structured routines and meaningful engagement. Full training is provided to staff to ensure active support is delivered in line with the people we support needs and preferences.
About the Role
As a Bank Support Worker, you’ll be empowering adults with learning disabilities and other support needs to live with dignity, choice and independence. Every day will be different, and you’ll play a key role in helping people shape their own lives and experiences.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Supporting individuals based on their personal needs, including learning disabilities, physical health or mental health
· Providing guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
· Assisting with personal care, domestic tasks including cooking and cleaning and maintaining a safe, comfortable home environment
· Maintaining and helping with health care needs, including accompanying people to routine appointments or administrating medication
· Keeping accurate electronic records and contributing to personalised care and support plans
· Communicating effectively and respectfully with service users, families and external professionals
· Working in line with Freeways’ values, policies and procedures
Whilst this is a zero hours contract, flexibility and availability is key in this role; it requires people who are able to cover regular bank shifts, including weekends. Shifts can include early, late or cross over shifts, as well as sleep in and waking night cover.
You will also be required to undertake the full Freeways training programme which is a combination of on-line, in-house and classroom learning (typically 5-7 days for classroom courses), to be completed within 6 months.
About You
Are you someone who believes everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, self-directed life?
Are you kind, patient, positive, keen to learn, happy to help others and work as part of a team? If so you will fit right in.
We welcome people from all backgrounds — whether you already have experience in social care or you’re exploring your first role in the sector. Full training and a thorough induction will be provided. Whilst not essential, a driving license is preferred.
Benefits
· 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 that exceeds industry standards
· 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
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.
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Fixed-term contract for one year in the first instance
Location: Head Office is based in Abbots Leigh, Bristol
Salary: £65k - £70k pro rata per annum, depending on experience.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Freeways Trust as our Head of Estates.
This newly focused role will lead and develop the Trust's property portfolio, ensuring that our estate remains well managed, legally compliant, financially sustainable, and fit for the future. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will help monitor the Trust's overall financial position, provide the Board of Trustees with clear insight into estate performance, and lead a number of key strategic initiatives while the Trust reviews its longer-term property strategy.
This is an excellent opportunity to use your estates expertise to make a lasting difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities by ensuring they have access to safe, high-quality homes and environments in which to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
About You
You will be an experienced estates, facilities, or property management professional who is confident operating at a senior level and engaging directly with a Board of Trustees.
You will ideally hold a recognised professional qualification in estates, facilities, or property management and have a strong track record of managing property portfolios, compliance requirements, and capital projects.
You will also have:
Experience within the charity sector, social care, supported housing, or a similar environment would be advantageous.
Most importantly, you will understand the importance of providing safe, comfortable, and attractive living environments for the people we support, balancing quality outcomes with cost-effectiveness.
Benefits
In addition to the opportunity to undertake meaningful work with a social impact and be central to strategic decision making for the Trust we offer a range of benefits, including:
About Us
Freeways Trust is a local charity that works closely with Freeways, an organisation supporting adults with learning disabilities across Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Bath & North East Somerset.
Freeways provides residential and supported living services that enable people to live as independently as possible by making choices, developing new skills, and building connections within their local communities.
Freeways Trust owns, manages, and maintains the majority of the properties used by Freeways, ensuring high-quality homes that support the wellbeing and independence of the people who live in them.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Application Process
If you are an experienced estates professional who shares our commitment to providing high-quality homes for adults with learning disabilities, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Closing date for applications: 23 August 2026
Initial interview and presentation: Week commencing 7 September 2026
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Full and part time roles available,
Helping People to Live their Best Life
About the Service
Miller Farm is looking for caring, motivated people to join it’s team in Worle. If you’re passionate about helping others live fulfilling, independent lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Miller Farm is home to 10 individuals aged between 50 and 90 who have learning disabilities or a dual diagnosis. Individuals have varied abilities and needs, some people have physical health needs, communication difficulties or may present with a level of complex needs.
We believe in a person centred approach that focuses on each individual’s unique goals and abilities to promote independence and enhance wellbeing. We are focused on creating an environment where people are happy to live and lead fulfilling lives.
Individuals require support with day-to-day living skills to help build their independence, structured routines and meaningful engagement. Full training is provided to staff to ensure active support is delivered in line with the people we support needs and preferences.
About the Role
As a Support Worker, you’ll be empowering adults with learning disabilities and other support needs to live with dignity, choice and independence. Every day will be different, and you’ll play a key role in helping people shape their own lives and experiences.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Supporting individuals based on their personal needs, including learning disabilities, physical health or mental health
· Providing guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
· Assisting with personal care, domestic tasks including cooking and cleaning and maintaining a safe, comfortable home environment
· Maintaining and helping with health care needs, including accompanying people to routine appointments or administrating medication
· Keeping accurate electronic records and contributing to personalised care and support plans
· Communicating effectively and respectfully with service users, families and external professionals
· Working in line with Freeways’ values, policies and procedures
This role involves flexible working, including evenings, weekends and sleep-in shifts.
About You
Are you someone who believes everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful life?
Are you kind, patient, positive, keen to learn, happy to help others and work as part of a team? If so you will fit right in.
We welcome people from all backgrounds — whether you already have experience in social care or you’re exploring your first role in the sector. Full training and a thorough induction will be provided.
Whilst not essential, a driving license is preferred.
Benefits
· 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 that exceeds industry standards
· 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
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.
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
