Flexible Support Worker
**Please Note: This Role Does Not Offer Sponsorship**
Job type: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday as per the published rota Salary: £26,719.46/ 13.66 per hour (higher than our standard £12.95/hour rate) Location: Market Overton, Rutland
Live Out Your Values, Make a Lasting Difference
Role Purpose
To provide person-centred care and support to adults with learning disabilities, promoting their wellbeing, independence, and dignity in line with The Lodge Trust’s Christian ethos and national care standards. This includes assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, medication administration, and positive behavioural support, while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
In association with the Care Support Staff, the role involves providing a homely and safe environment for all residents while complying with the Care Standards for adults with learning disabilities. It also includes supporting the Deputy Residential Managers in maintaining the Christian ethos within the home, including assisting residents with evening Bible reading and prayers, and supporting the events and ongoing developments of the organisation.
This role includes unsocial hours include weekends and nights, and the post holder is expected to work flexibly as per the published rota to meet the needs of The Lodge Trust. This will likely include 3 out of 4 weekends per month.
What you’ll be doing:
- Deliver person-centred care including personal care support
- Assist with daily living activities and medication administration
- Maintain care continuity during nights and weekends
- Support residents in developing life skills and accessing the community
- Keep accurate records and communicate effectively with the care team
- Follow safeguarding procedures and promote resident wellbeing
- Maintain a clean, homely and safe environment
What we’re looking for:
- Experience working with people with learning disabilities
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Flexibility and reliability
- Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends, evenings and waking nights
- NVQ2 in Care (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards qualification
Whether you’re already experienced in care or taking your first step into this rewarding profession, this is your chance to be part of something truly meaningful – where your work changes lives, including your own.
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive working environment with meaningful impact, plus:
- ✅Company Pension Scheme – through our partnership with Standard Life
- ✅ 28 Days Annual Leave – including bank holidays (or equivalent time off)
- ✅ Up to 3 Extra Annual Leave Days – for each completed year of service
- ✅ Benenden Health Scheme – affordable healthcare cover
- ✅ Care Sector Discount Scheme – through Blue Light Card
- ✅ Ongoing Training & Development – to support your career growth
- ✅ Career Progression Opportunities – we promote from within
- ✅ Free On-Site Parking – convenient and cost-effective
- ✅ Café Discount – savings on food and drinks
- ✅ Refer a Friend Bonus – earn £200 when you bring great talent to our team
For the full job description and information how to apply click here
Safer Recruitment Statement
The Lodge Trust CIO is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All roles are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including the Adults’ Barred List where the post involves regulated activity.
Applicants already registered with the DBS Update Service will be asked to provide their certificate number and consent for an online status check. Employment will also be subject to verification of identity and right to work in the UK, satisfactory references confirming conduct in previous roles (particularly in care or support settings), and confirmation of qualifications or professional registration where required.
The Lodge Trust CIO follows CQC Regulation 19 (Fit and Proper Persons Employed), Schedule 3 evidence requirements, and Skills for Care safer recruitment guidance to ensure all staff are suitable and safe to work in social care.
If you do not hear from us within 7 days of your application then you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.