Support Worker (Maternity Cover) – Kittens Lane
Salary: £15,005.39 per annum (FTE £25,342.44 per annum). Hours: 22.5 hours per week. Fixed Term until February 2027. Shift Pattern: 7am-14:30pm, 14:30pm-22:00pm & Alternative Weekends. Ref: KL032.
Join us in empowering people to live the lives they choose. We are seeking a compassionate and committed Support Worker to join our Learning Disability service at Kittens Lane. In this role, you will work closely with individuals to support independence, build confidence, and encourage personal growth. If your approach to care is guided by respect, inclusion, and truly person‑centered practice, we would be delighted to hear from you.
About Kittens Lane
Kittens Lane is in the charming market town of Loddon on the banks of the River Chet, offering a mix of local shops, cafés and everyday amenities. The service is located just off High Bungay Road and George Lane, a short walk from the Kittens Lane bus stop (served by routes 86 and X22). A driving licence is recommended to ensure consistent travel to the service.
What you’ll be doing
- Work as part of a caring team to help tenants maintain independence in their daily lives.
- Support tenants to express preferences and make decisions that matter to them.
- Deliver person‑centered support, including personal care, medication help, domestic tasks, and tenancy‑related guidance.
- Record all support provided clearly and accurately in line with CQC and Orwell expectations.
- Provide encouragement, compassion, and thoughtful support to help tenants take appropriate risks and achieve positive outcomes.
- Foster strong, respectful relationships with tenants, colleagues, family members, and professionals.
More benefits of joining #TeamOrwell
- 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays. (Note: bank‑holiday work will be required as part of this role.)
- Reward and recognition awards.
- Free DBS checks.Cashback Health plan.
- Access to Blue Light Card – membership fees apply.
- Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress in your role through the Orwell Academy.
- Wellbeing programme.
Person Specification
- Care Certificate desirable.
- QCF Level 2 in Health and Social care, or equivalent, is desirable.
- A full driving licence is desirable – but not essential. Having a driving licence can be helpful, but applicants may use public transport.
Equal Opportunities
Orwell is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We actively welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure equal access and opportunity for all. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed.
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