Independent Living Support Workers (8179)

CIH International Housing Group; Norwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization dedicated to supporting young people in independent living. As an Independent Living Support Worker, you will guide young individuals in developing essential life skills and foster positive relationships. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, including a funded Level 3 Diploma, and comes with competitive benefits. Your commitment to making a difference will help shape the future of young lives.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Employee discounts

Financial benefits

Green travel schemes

Qualifications

• Previous experience of support work required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and engage with young people.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in developing independent living skills.
• Attend statutory reviews and assist in implementing support plans.
• Form effective relationships with young people and families.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Level 3 Children's Workforce Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Independent Living Support Workers | 3 posts | 8179 | Children's Services, Residential | permanent contracts | 37 hours per week | £25,584 to £27,269 per annum plus weekend/bank holiday enhancements and sleep-in payments | Grade E | Countywide

Young people are at the heart of our practice at Norfolk County Council. They have established key principles for their ideal worker to help them flourish. Please ensure you read these requirements carefully and apply only if you can fully commit to them.

To apply, please download an application form and attach it to your online application instead of your CV.

In Norfolk, we have exciting and ambitious plans to enhance the way we work with young people and their families. Our supported accommodation service works to create and promote a positive environment for each young person in the independent living scheme.

In this role, you will support young people, helping them develop positive and effective independent living skills. You will contribute to making plans to support them and assist with their implementation, attending statutory reviews as required.

As a positive role model to the young people engaged in the independent living scheme, you will be excellent at forming effective relationships with young people and their families to ensure that their emotional and physical needs are met and opportunities for their development are maximized.

With previous experience of support work, you will have the ability to communicate clearly and engage with young people. Your organizational skills will enable you to plan and prioritize your workload effectively, and your eagerness to learn will help you develop new skills and knowledge.

Now is the time to join our team supporting young people to live independently and develop your career through the opportunity to attain your Level 3 Children's Workforce Diploma, which is fully funded.

We offer numerous benefits, including our excellent local government pension scheme and corporate savings through our Norfolk Rewards scheme.

Additionally, there are many opportunities for personal and professional development via various training and education routes.

The role includes evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-in duties as required. It is a lone working role during weekends and evenings.

To apply, please download an application form and attach it to your online application instead of your CV.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Maria Gronborg - Service Manager, at 01603 223286.

Before applying, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to demonstrate how you meet the criteria.

Benefits of working for Norfolk County Council include:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services, including physiotherapy and counselling
• Flexible working options depending on your role and needs
• Financial benefits such as employee discounts, Blue Light card, relocation expenses, travel expense advances, and more
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, life assurance, and dependants' pensions
• Tax-efficient schemes for bikes and pensions
• Green travel schemes and referral bonuses

For more information, see our Terms and Conditions.

Already a Norfolk County Council employee? You can apply through myOracle using your @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email.

Priority consideration may be given to current employees at risk due to restructuring or in redeployment.

Closing dates:

• Redeployment: 18 May 2025
• Other applicants: 25 May 2025

Interviews will be held on 28 May 2025.

About Us

Norfolk boasts miles of coastline, the Broads, vibrant towns, and a city rich in culture. Our economy is growing, driven by innovation in energy and food sectors, with ambitious plans for housing and education infrastructure.

We serve over 850,000 residents and work closely with elected members, local businesses, voluntary organizations, and other authorities to deliver high-quality services.