Empowering Support Worker for Independence (Lowestoft)

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Company sick pay

Pension schemes

Recognition scheme

Personal development plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee forum

Job summary

Papworth Trust in Lowestoft invites compassionate individuals to join a dedicated team supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism in supported living. You will provide person-centred care, help with daily living, accompany social activities, and monitor health with training provided.

The role requires flexible shift patterns across 7 days, including weekends, with optional nightly sleep-in earnings.

Qualifications

• Experience in care settings, mental health, or supporting individuals with challenging behaviours is valued.
• NVQ, Care Certificate or similar healthcare qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Mobility (driving) is a plus but not required.
• A patient, resilient and empathetic nature is important.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored, person-centred care including daily living support and personal care.
• Assist with community access, social activities, and wellbeing.
• Support with medication management, manual handling and PEG feeding where required (full training provided).

Skills

Care experience

Mental health

Challenging behaviours

Empathy

Education

NVQ / Care Certificate desirable

Job description

Papworth Trust in Lowestoft invites compassionate individuals to join a dedicated team supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism in supported living. You will provide person-centred care, help with daily living, accompany social activities, and monitor health with training provided.

The role requires flexible shift patterns across 7 days, including weekends, with optional nightly sleep-in earnings.