Support Worker

Old Norwich Road - Ipswich; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time

Overtime opportunities

Training provided

Career development

Refer a Friend

Long Service Awards

Supportive team

Job summary

Harley House Supported Living in Ipswich is seeking caring, reliable Support Workers for a full-time, permanent role. You will provide person-centred support, including daily living tasks, medication assistance, and helping people live independently.

The role requires flexibility for day and night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays, with full training provided, including PBS and safeguarding. A UK driving licence is preferred for mobility-related roles.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Support Worker or in a similar care role.
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is desirable.
• Understanding of autism, learning disabilities, mental health and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support, including personal care.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
• Support individuals with medication administration.
• Encourage independence and development of practical life skills.
• Support access to appointments, activities and community opportunities.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Complete accurate records and daily notes.
• Collaborate with colleagues through handovers and team meetings.
• Respond to needs of the people we support day and night.

Skills

Support worker experience

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

PBS knowledge

Job description

Support Worker

Location: Ipswich
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Potential Earnings: Up to £34,000 per year with overtime
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: Day and night shifts, including weekends and bank holidays

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.

Make a Difference Every Day

We're looking for caring, reliable, and compassionate Support Workers to join our team in Ipswich. This is a full-time, permanent role involving a combination of day and night shifts (sleep in shifts are also available for female candidates) with flexibility required to meet the needs of the people we support.

If you're passionate about supporting people to live independently and enjoy making a positive difference in someone's life, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Support Worker, you'll provide person-centred support to individuals living in a supported living environment. You'll help people feel safe, valued, and empowered while promoting dignity, choice, and independence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing person-centred support, including personal care such as washing, bathing, and toileting
• Assisting with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and shopping
• Supporting individuals with medication administration
• Encouraging independence and helping people develop practical life skills
• Supporting access to appointments, social activities, and community opportunities
• Providing appropriate support during both day and night shifts
• Following care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures
• Completing accurate records, incident reports, and daily notes
• Working closely with colleagues through effective handovers and team meetings
• Responding appropriately to the needs of the people we support throughout the day and night

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant, or in a similar care role
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is desirable
• An understanding of autism, learning disabilities, mental health, and safeguarding
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, proactive, and compassionate approach
• Flexibility to work a combination of day and night shifts
• Flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays when required
• Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality
• A willingness to undertake all required training and development

A full UK driving licence is required for roles involving mobility vehicles.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of £14.00 per hour
• Full-time, permanent employment
• A combination of day and night shifts
• Overtime opportunities
• Full training provided, including PBS and mandatory care training
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• A supportive and welcoming team environment

Why Join Harley House Supported Living?

At Harley House Supported Living, we believe great care starts with great people. You'll be joining a team that values kindness, respect, inclusion, and teamwork, where your contribution is recognised.

Whether you're looking to build a rewarding career in care or already have experience in the sector, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills while making a genuine difference to the people we support every day.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified and experienced candidates, regardless of gender, who share our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred support.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK.

For a full job description or if you have any questions, please email [e-mail].