Support Worker

Homecare Direct; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Homecare Direct in Ipswich is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to provide 1:1 care for a client living in IP1, helping with daily living and cherished hobbies such as horses and arts and crafts.

The role is 14.5 hours per week at £12.90 per hour, requires a full clean UK driving licence (21+ for insurance), and offers training, 24/7 regional support, and career development. You will also support outings, appointments, and social activities in a friendly household.

Qualifications

• Must have full clean UK driving licence (21+ for insurance)
• Ability to follow infection control procedures consistently
• Friendly, sociable and well-organised

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for daily living and activities
• Assist with personal care and medication administration
• Help around the home with cooking, housework, and light admin
• Support outings, appointments and social activities
• Encourage engagement in hobbies

Skills

Driving licence

Infection control

Organised

Sociable

Animal-friendly

Job description

Job Description

Support Worker

Pay Rate: £12.90 per hour

Driver Essential (Full clean UK – 21+ for insurance purposes)

Shift Patterns: Variable Mon – Fri 0900 – 2000, Sat 0900 – 1930, Sun 1600 – 2000

Hours: 14.5 hours per week

Location: IP1

Make a Real Difference While Supporting Hobbies, Adventures, and Everyday Joys!

We’re looking for a compassionate and reliable Support Worker, Personal Assistant (PA) or Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join a friendly household, helping someone continue their passions for horses, arts and crafts, baking, and countryside adventures. If you enjoy enabling independence, sharing new experiences, and making everyday moments meaningful, we’d love to hear from you

Meet Our Client

You’ll be supporting a warm and determined individual who lives with their partner and assistance dog in a lively, pet filled home. They have a real passion for horses and the outdoors, regularly taking part in carriage driving and enjoying time in the countryside.

They also love arts and crafts, baking, and creating gifts, as well as relaxing with films or getting out to the cinema or theatre. With a love for travel and regular trips away in their caravan, they’re always looking to make the most of life.

Despite health challenges, they are highly motivated to stay active, independent, and engaged in the things they love - making this a truly rewarding role where you can support someone to live life to the fullest.

About the Role

• 1:1 support for daily living and activities
• Personal care and medication administration
• Assistance around the home - cooking, housework, light admin
• Supporting outings, appointments, and social activities
• Encouraging engagement in hobbies and interest

About You

• Full clean UK driving licence (21+ for insurance purposes)
• Excellent Infection Control procedures need to be in place and followed.
• To be sociable, friendly and organised
• Good with animals, our client has an assistant dog, a parrot, tortoise and ponies.
• Committed to providing safe, respectful, and consistent support
• Previous care experience is desirable

Why Join Us?

• Paid training including Safeguarding, hoisting, and more
• 24/7 support from Regional Care Leads and Nurses
• Pension and recognition for long service
• Wellbeing support including Blue Light Card and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for career development
• Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
• Enhanced sickness benefit

Every shift you work makes a genuine difference. You will be supported, valued, and part of a team that recognises your contribution.