Support Worker, Home Care

Description

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

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.

• Safe:
  We put people at the centre of everything we do and respect their rights.
• Sound:
  We deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based, outcome‑focused care.
• Supportive:
  We empower individuals to make choices and achieve their goals.

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.

• Follow individual support plans and risk assessments
• Support individuals with daily living tasks (cooking, shopping, cleaning)
• Assist with personal care where required (washing, bathing, toileting)
• Administer medication in line with training and policies
• Support access to community activities, appointments, and social opportunities
• Encourage independence, choice, and skill development
• Maintain accurate records and report incidents or concerns
• Act as a key worker and contribute to support plan reviews
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and attend handovers and meetings
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing at all times

• A full UK manual driving licence (essential)
• Willingness to drive a mobility vehicle
• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
• A proactive, caring, and reliable approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep‑ins and alternate weekends

• Competitive pay and sleep‑in allowance
• Overtime opportunities
• Full training and ongoing development
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day