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Job Title
Support Worker
Organisation
Orwell Housing Association Ltd
Job Description
Support Worker - Savile Court
£12.83 per hour; £24675.53 per annum
37 hours per week; Maternity cover FTC until 1st March 2027
Job Ref: SC019

Join Our Compassionate Team!

Do you have a desire to support others and make a positive difference? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Join Savile Court as a Support Worker in the Learning Disability sector, where our values drive every aspect of what we do.

Embrace a culture of inclusion, respect, and empowerment as you assist individuals in achieving their fullest potential.

We prioritise dignity, independence, and collaborative care. Your role goes beyond support – it's about championing diversity and creating a nurturing environment. If you're dedicated to making a positive impact and share our values, apply now to contribute to a community that celebrates individuality and growth.

About you

You will be warm and friendly and have a natural caring nature, great sense of humour and a positive energy that brings a smile to people’s faces.

  • You are a great listener with a caring and supportive attitude.

  • You want to make a difference every day.

  • You focus on the individual and not the routine.

  • You are warm and friendly and have a natural caring nature, great sense of humour and a positive energy that brings a smile to people’s faces.

Why Join Our Team?

  • 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays.

  • Free DBS checks.

  • Cashback Health plan.

  • Access to Blue Light Card – membership fees applies.

  • Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress in your role through the Orwell Academy.

  • Wellbeing programme.

Person Specification...

  • Care Certificate, is desirable

  • QCF Level 2 in Health and Social care or equivalent, is desirable

  • Full driving licence, is desirable, but not essential

Interview Date: TBC

Before applying…

Orwell is committed to safeguarding and safer employment and the principles of empowerment.

Please note Orwell Housing Association does not provide visa sponsorship. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. You will be required to provide the relevant right to work documentation if successfully appointed to the role.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.  All new arrivals to the UK must also provide a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC).

Apply with Confidence

Orwell is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We believe in creating an accessible and supportive environment, where every team member can thrive and contribute. Join us in our commitment to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and empowers all individuals to reach their full potential. 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 know that diverse teams drive innovation and deliver better outcomes. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet every requirement. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply anyway. Your unique experiences, perspectives, skills and most importantly your alignment with our culture and values could be exactly what we’re looking for.

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed.

If there is anything that might prevent you from applying for one of our roles, we want to help remove that barrier. Please contact our Talent team by calling 01473 228782 or emailing work@orwell-housing.co.uk.

Orwell Housing Association Limited collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.  Please see the Privacy Notice - https://www.orwell-housing.co.uk/about-us/privacy-policy/

By applying to this job you agree you have read, understand and accept the content of the Privacy Notice – https://www.orwell-housing.co.uk/about-us/privacy-policy/consent to the processing of your data as part of this application.

For additional recruitment documents, policies and career guidance, check our career hub - Career Hub | Orwell Housing

Job Summary
  • Location

    Savile Court, Felixstowe

  • Organization

    Orwell Housing Association Ltd

  • Job Type

    Care and Support

  • Salary

    £12.83 per hour

  • Closing Date

    18/02/2026

  • Reference ID

    36407

  • Documents

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