093173
| Company: | Thera East Anglia |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.30 to £13.30 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Fakenham |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 17 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Fakenham – NR21
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time/Part Time
Salary: £13.30 per hour
Reference: 093173
Additional Information:
Candidates must hold a full UK driving licence, as this role requires driving individuals we support in their own mobility vehicles
The ability to understand individual communication preferences and adapt communication styles accordingly is essential.
Willing and able to work as part of a 24/7 rota, including: Early shifts, Late shifts, Weekends, Bank holidays & Sleep-in shifts
Kind, caring, team players with a great sense of humour
Must be confident with IT and have access to a suitable device for completing digital timesheets and e-learning
Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security?
Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us and the training we offer.
As a valued Support Worker with Thera Trust, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals achieve their own personal goals, aims and ambitions. The support you provide will change with everyone you work with because everyone is different.
Supporting people in their daily lives is varied and could include helping someone develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, helping people plan and manage their own home, support with leisure, employment, individual interests and travel. This can be a fun and rewarding but also at times challenging and demanding role.
You may be supporting people in their own home or out and about in their community.
Thera Trust is unique we are led by people with a learning disability.
Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.
Who are we looking for?
No previous experience or qualifications required, full training will be provided
Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!
What are the Benefits?
Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
Flexible working hours for work life balance
Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
Employee support line to support you and your family
Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
Contributory Pension Scheme
Free Enhanced DBS check
Refer a friend and earn up to £300
Cycle to Work Scheme
Well-being initiatives
Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work
Access to Early Pay (T&C’s apply, excludes relief workers)
If you have a passion for making a difference to people’s lives, consider a career with Thera Trust. For further information or to learn more about being a support worker in Thera, contact our friendly talent team on 01476 513934 or send an email newtalent@thera.co.uk
We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position.
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