Support Worker Jenkin Lodge - Full, Part-time Hrs-UK Driving License Essential

Starting salary £13.21 per hour (Supplement rate, reviewed regularly). Standard hourly rate £12.21. Rate can be withdrawn at any time.

The role is based at Jenkin Lodge, a warm and welcoming group home providing residential care for adults with learning disabilities. We pride ourselves on creating a homely environment where every person is supported with dignity, respect, and a strong focus on individual needs. We deliver person‑centred support, ensuring each resident can develop their independence, interests and receive personalised care that helps them live fulfilling and meaningful lives.

Profile Required

• Kind, caring, and compassionate
• Patient and understanding
• Supportive and committed to helping others live their best life
• Able to encourage independence and daily living skills activities
• Confident in providing personal care

This role requires a full UK driving licence to support residents with trips, appointments and activities.

Why Join Us?

You’ll become part of a friendly, supportive, and dedicated team who will welcome you from day one. We are passionate about creating a positive working environment where staff feel valued and encouraged to grow.

We offer:

• Rising 20 to 25 days plus statutory bank holidays
• 24‑Hour Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuous opportunities for ongoing training and career development
• Cycle To Work scheme
• Refer A Friend recruitment initiative
• Flexible working opportunities (post‑probation)
• Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Discounted income protection scheme
• Free car parking at most services
• Free life assurance cover

Main Duties of the Job

• Prepare person‑centred support plans with clients that reflect their views, aspirations, beliefs, and opinions. Review and amend as necessary.
• Support clients to fulfil their aspirations and live as independently as possible.
• Accompany them to social visits, events, and activities, promote choice, arrange outings, and develop skills.
• Communicate openly and transparently with clients and team members, acting with integrity.
• Provide personal care respecting clients’ choices and dignity, including assistance with washing and toileting.
• Keep accurate records, including daily notes, with full client involvement.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

• Willing to provide an appropriate level of care and support in line with care plans, including personal care.
• Understand the importance of maintaining accurate written and numerical records.
• Capable of undertaking a wide range of personal care and domestic duties (specific to each service).
• Able to meet physical requirements of the role, such as climbing stairs, using hoists, pushing wheelchairs, moving people, night work. Adjustments considered under Equality Act.
• Know or willing to learn basic computer usage (Word, Outlook, internet) and undertake relevant care training and qualifications if required.
• Work cooperatively as a team member.
• Liaise and communicate effectively with carers, families, inspectors and external stakeholders.
• Have a valid UK driving licence.

Person Specification

Experience (Essential)

• Full UK driving licence and own transport.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in care (employment or home carer).

Qualifications (Essential)

• Care Certificate or willingness to undertake Care Certificate.
• Current driver licence.

Equality and Diversity

St. Anne’s is an active promoter of equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups including disabled, black and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ communities. St. Anne’s is a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to applicants with disabilities who meet essential criteria. For adjustments, contact recruitment on 0113 243 5151 opt 5.

Other Information

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required.