Ipswich - Support Worker (SI)

Support Worker – Supported Independence Ipswich, Suffolk

£10.90 per hour Permanent, part-time or full-time, 16-37 hours per week

Are you passionate about ensuring the best opportunities for vulnerable adults? Do you want to work for an award-winning social care company? Do you have the skills to support our customers to lead an independent life? We pay the real living wage and there is currently funding available that allows us to give you a £1000 bonus at the end of your probationary period. This funding won’t last forever so get in touch today!

Available for those who have been out of the care sector for over 2 years or are coming to care straight from education (e.g., college, sixth form, apprenticeship). This is only available for those working in our Support to Live at Home, Supported Independence, or Short Break Services. For other services, we are offering a £250 bonus from our reserves.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme, matching up to 8%
• Holiday package, increasing with service and the opportunity to purchase

Leading Lives provides social care support for people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs in the home and in the community across Suffolk and neighbouring counties. We are a not-for-profit social enterprise, owned by our employees. Any surplus is reinvested into services for our customers or into the local community.

We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker within our Independence Plus service in Ipswich and South East Suffolk. Independence Plus is a varied service providing domiciliary and community-based support to individuals aged 13 and upwards. Our customers have diagnoses including Learning Disabilities, Mental health conditions, and physical disabilities. Support can include helping within the home, accessing leisure activities (e.g., cinema, bowling, swimming), accessing health services, community inclusion, and more. This is an exciting role where no two days are the same, offering opportunities to build positive relationships and deliver person-centered, holistic care.

Due to the nature of this service, a full driving license and the ability to work alternate weekends with occasional evenings are essential. Shift times can vary from 8 am to 10 pm depending on customer needs.

If you feel this may be the role for you, please contact us for more information or visit our website to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support customers to live independently and complete daily activities
• Identify and assist with community opportunities
• Provide personal care according to individual needs
• Maintain dignity and respect at all times
• Communicate effectively and sensitively with customers
• Liaise with families and carers
• Administer medication where appropriate, in line with company policies
• Demonstrate the right values and attitudes, even if you lack specific experience
• Think ahead, adapt, and focus to ensure high standards of service
• Build relationships internally and externally

Applicants with a full driving license and access to a vehicle are preferred. Please note, due to the nature of the work and our service users, all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

To discuss working with our team, contact us at 01473 602931 or complete the online application form. All candidates will be contacted after interviews.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time (16-37 hours)

Salary: £9.90 per hour

Benefits:

• Company Pension
• Casual Dress
• Flexible Schedule

Ability to commute/relocate: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work in Ipswich, Suffolk (preferred)