Support Worker
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £15.78 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 February 2026 |
| Location: | Norwich, Norfolk |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 199795 |
Summary
Support Worker - Children & Adults with SEND
Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Contract: Full-time | Part-time | Flexible Shifts
Salary: Competitive hourly rates, with enhanced pay for evenings and weekends
Training: Full induction and ongoing training provided
Role
We are pleased to be recruiting Support Workers in Norwich, Norfolk to support children and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This is an excellent opportunity for experienced care professionals to join a trusted, person-centred care network and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those they support.
You will work across a range of settings, including residential services, respite centres and specialist facilities, as well as supporting individuals who live at home with their families and access structured care environments.
Responsibilities
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Providing high-quality personal care and mobility support
Providing high-quality personal care and mobility support
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Supporting communication, sensory and emotional needs
Supporting communication, sensory and emotional needs
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Assisting with daily routines, therapeutic activities and meaningful engagement
Assisting with daily routines, therapeutic activities and meaningful engagement
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Promoting independence, dignity and overall wellbeing
Promoting independence, dignity and overall wellbeing
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Maintaining a safe, inclusive and supportive environment
Maintaining a safe, inclusive and supportive environment
Requirements
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A compassionate, patient and respectful approach to care
A compassionate, patient and respectful approach to care
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Proven experience supporting children and/or adults with SEND
Proven experience supporting children and/or adults with SEND
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A Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a willingness to work towards one
A Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a willingness to work towards one
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Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including evenings and weekends
Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including evenings and weekends
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
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A clear commitment to safeguarding and person-centred care
A clear commitment to safeguarding and person-centred care
Safeguarding & Compliance
All applicants will be required to complete a full safer recruitment process, including:
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Two satisfactory references
Two satisfactory references
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An enhanced DBS check
An enhanced DBS check
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Proof of right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)
Proof of right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)
Benefits
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Competitive pay with enhanced rates for unsociable hours
Competitive pay with enhanced rates for unsociable hours
-
Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
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Comprehensive induction and ongoing SEND and complex care training
Comprehensive induction and ongoing SEND and complex care training
-
A supportive, inclusive and professional team environment
A supportive, inclusive and professional team environment
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Opportunities for long-term career development and progression
Opportunities for long-term career development and progression
Norwich, Norfolk has a vibrant and supportive care community. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in improving the quality of life for individuals with SEND and their families.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Contract: Full-time | Part-time | Flexible Shifts
Salary: Competitive hourly rates, with enhanced pay for evenings and weekends
Training: Full induction and ongoing training provided
Role
We are pleased to be recruiting Support Workers in Norwich, Norfolk to support children and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This is an excellent opportunity for experienced care professionals to join a trusted, person-centred care network and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those they support.
You will work across a range of settings, including residential services, respite centres and specialist facilities, as well as supporting individuals who live at home with their families and access structured care environments.
Responsibilities
-
Providing high-quality personal care and mobility support
Providing high-quality personal care and mobility support
-
Supporting communication, sensory and emotional needs
Supporting communication, sensory and emotional needs
-
Assisting with daily routines, therapeutic activities and meaningful engagement
Assisting with daily routines, therapeutic activities and meaningful engagement
-
Promoting independence, dignity and overall wellbeing
Promoting independence, dignity and overall wellbeing
-
Maintaining a safe, inclusive and supportive environment
Maintaining a safe, inclusive and supportive environment
Requirements
-
A compassionate, patient and respectful approach to care
A compassionate, patient and respectful approach to care
-
Proven experience supporting children and/or adults with SEND
Proven experience supporting children and/or adults with SEND
-
A Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a willingness to work towards one
A Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a willingness to work towards one
-
Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including evenings and weekends
Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including evenings and weekends
-
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
-
A clear commitment to safeguarding and person-centred care
A clear commitment to safeguarding and person-centred care
Safeguarding & Compliance
All applicants will be required to complete a full safer recruitment process, including:
-
Two satisfactory references
Two satisfactory references
-
An enhanced DBS check
An enhanced DBS check
-
Proof of right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)
Proof of right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)
Benefits
-
Competitive pay with enhanced rates for unsociable hours
Competitive pay with enhanced rates for unsociable hours
-
Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
-
Comprehensive induction and ongoing SEND and complex care training
Comprehensive induction and ongoing SEND and complex care training
-
A supportive, inclusive and professional team environment
A supportive, inclusive and professional team environment
-
Opportunities for long-term career development and progression
Opportunities for long-term career development and progression
Norwich, Norfolk has a vibrant and supportive care community. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in improving the quality of life for individuals with SEND and their families.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.