Support worker
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Earning potential: Up to £32,000 per year
Location: Ipswich
Hours: Full-time (includes sleep-ins, weekends, evenings, and bank holidays)
Driving licence: Full UK manual licence required
Sponsorship: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role
About Us
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people and their families by delivering personalised health and social care that helps them achieve what they want out of life.
Our Values:
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Safe: We put people at the centre of everything we do and respect their rights.
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Sound: We deliver high-quality, evidence-based, outcome-focused care.
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Supportive: We empower individuals to make choices and achieve their goals.
About the Role
We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our team. This is a hands-on role supporting individuals with all aspects of daily living, both at home and in the community.
You will play a key role in supporting individuals to live independently, safely, and with dignity while achieving their personal goals.
Please note: This role involves providing personal care. Where appropriate, this may be considered a genuine occupational requirement in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Key Responsibilities
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Follow individual support plans and risk assessments
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Support individuals with daily living tasks (cooking, shopping, cleaning)
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Assist with personal care where required (washing, bathing, toileting)
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Administer medication in line with training and policies
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Support access to community activities, appointments, and social opportunities
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Encourage independence, choice, and skill development
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Maintain accurate records and report incidents or concerns
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Act as a key worker and contribute to support plan reviews
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Work collaboratively with colleagues and attend handovers and meetings
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Promote safeguarding and wellbeing at all times
Requirements
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A full UK manual driving licence (essential)
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Willingness to drive a mobility vehicle
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Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
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A proactive, caring, and reliable approach
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Good communication and teamwork skills
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Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins and alternate weekends
What We Offer
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Competitive pay and sleep-in allowance
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Overtime opportunities
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Full training and ongoing development
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Supportive team environment
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Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day
If you would like a copy of the full job description, or if you have any questions, please email
[email protected]