Independent Living Support Worker Level 1

Company: Norfolk County Council
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Location: King's Lynn
Job Description:

Overview

Independent Living Support Worker – Children’s Services, Supported Accommodation (Permanent, Part-time 18.5 hours per week). Salary £26,824 to £28,142 pro rata per annum, plus enhancements for weekends, bank holidays, and sleep‑ins. Grade E. Based in Kings Lynn.

Responsibilities

  • Support young people in the independent living scheme, assisting them in developing positive and effective independent living skills.
  • Contribute to the creation of support plans and assist with their implementation, including attending statutory reviews as required.
  • Act as a positive role model and build effective relationships with young people and their families to meet their emotional and physical needs and maximise development opportunities.
  • Plan, prioritise and manage workload efficiently.
  • Work evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep‑ins as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Level 3 Children’s Workforce Diploma (fully funded).
  • Relevant support work experience with young people.
  • Clear communication skills and the ability to engage with young people.
  • Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities.
  • Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
  • No sponsorship available for this role.
  • Must be able to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep‑ins.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • Generous holiday entitlement.
  • Health and wellbeing services, including fast‑track physiotherapy and free counselling.
  • Flexible working options – flexi‑time, part‑time, remote and hybrid (subject to role and business needs).
  • Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution.
  • Norfolk Rewards employee discount programme.
  • Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers.
  • Relocation expenses (where applicable).
  • Advance on travel expenses for work.
  • Tax‑efficient pension and car lease schemes.

Application Deadline

Closing date: 14 June 2026 at 23:55.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026