Are you looking to further your career with a company driven by a vision for a world in which people with disabilities are able to realise their potential as equal and active citizens in control of their lives?
Specialist Care and Support Worker - Small friendly residential home for young adults with disabilities.
Location: Central Hereford
Hours: up to 37 hours per week
Contract Options: Permanent part time / full time / bank contracts available
Working Pattern: Early shifts from 7am, late shifts until 9pm/10pm and alternate weekends.
Build a Career with Purpose
At National Star, we're dedicated to helping young people and adults with complex disabilities live, learn and achieve their goals.
We're looking for caring, resilient people who share our values of Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Ambition and Sustainability.
This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career where you'll make a genuine difference every day.
Why Join Us?
Many of our colleagues have developed from entry-level support roles into specialist and leadership positions. We believe in investing in our people and promoting talent from within.
We believe in being honest about what the role involves.
This is a rewarding role, but it can also be physically and emotionally demanding. You will support people with complex disabilities, health needs and communication differences, including individuals whose behaviours may at times challenge.
Personal care is a fundamental part of this role. You must be comfortable supporting individuals with all aspects of personal care while maintaining dignity, privacy and respect.
You will:
Career Development
We're passionate about helping our people grow.
As your skills and experience develop, opportunities may include:
We value attitude and values as much as experience.
You'll be:
Experience in care, support, education, healthcare or other people-focused roles is welcomed but not essential.
Safeguarding
National Star is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.
Join Us
This role isn't for everyone. It requires compassion, resilience and a genuine commitment to supporting people with complex disabilities.
If our values resonate with you and you're looking for a stable, rewarding career where you can grow, develop and make a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you.
(Please note that unfortunately we are unable to provide sponsorship currently or consider applicants holding skilled worker / temporary student / graduate visas)
Contract Type: Permanent | Contract: Full time / part time / bank | Salary: £13.00 - £16.24 per hour | Location Status: On Site (Hereford) | Interview Date: Interviews will be held during the course of the advertisement - please apply early as the vacancy may close if appointments are made. | Closing Date: 02/12/2026
Mission Statement:
To enable people with disabilities to realise their potential through personalised learning, transition & lifestyle services.
National Star is a charity working with people with severe disabilities and acquired brain injuries. All have complex physical learning disabilities and face many challenges.
But with our support they access opportunities which improve their life chances and enhance their quality of life. We give them the skills they need to lead independent lives.
We focus on what they can do rather than what they can't do, and with your support we can make a huge difference to their lives.
