Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 22 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £13.10 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Ipswich, IP4 1BN |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Spider Web Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | SWR4697 |
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Night Support Workers - Papworth Trust are looking for Night Support Workers to join their team in Ipswich, Suffolk, in full, or part-time, permanent positions.
Why Papworth Trust:
Papworth Trust is a leading disability charity, dedicated to empowering disabled people to live with equality, choice, and independence. Our vision is a world where disabled people are seen for who they are. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and guarantee an interview to those who meet the minimum job criteria. We provide ongoing support and adjustments for employees with disabilities or long-term health conditions, including assistance with Access to Work funding, ensuring a positive experience throughout the application and interview process.
Fantastic company benefits include:
- Competitive Salary: £13.10 per hour
- Holiday: 32 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Occupational sick pay - 6 weeks full / 6 weeks half pay after probation
- Pension: choice of two schemes with an enhanced employer contribution
- Employee extras: health cashback plan, employee assistance helpline, online wellbeing apps, mental health first aid and wellbeing discussions, and access to ongoing training and development opportunities
About the role:
As a Night Support Worker, you will support customers to promote independence and develop skills while providing high-quality care overnight. You will assist with daily routines, personal care, household tasks, and participation in hobbies and social activities. Working hours are part of a rota, including weekend shifts, ensuring customers receive consistent support throughout the night.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support customers to access the community, participate in activities, and enjoy social events as appropriate
- Assist with shopping, meal preparation, domestic tasks, and managing household paperwork and bills
- Support personal care, daily routines, and overall health and wellbeing
- Encourage participation in hobbies and activities chosen by the customer
- Uphold Papworth Trust's values and promote independence, choice, and inclusion in all interactions
About you:
As a Night Support Worker, you will be an organised, enthusiastic, and empathetic team player with excellent communication skills and a positive, “can do” attitude. You will be flexible, resilient, and confident working in a dynamic environment, able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Previous experience in a support role is advantageous, but we also welcome motivated candidates looking to launch their career. Key personal attributes include commitment to quality and excellence, attention to detail, ability to work both independently and collaboratively, a friendly and approachable manner, and proficiency in IT. Comprehensive training and support will be provided to help you deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
Additional information:
The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS with Adults Barred List check.
Papworth Trust is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from disabled candidates and guarantee interviews to those who meet the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments or alternative formats, please let us know as early as possible.
Please note, Candidates must be authorised to work in the UK.
If you are passionate about empowering individuals, promoting independence, and delivering inclusive, high-quality care, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the Support Worker / Night Support Workers role, please submit your CV today to apply and join our supportive and dynamic team.
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