Female Support Worker - Orchard
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Support Worker – Orchard, Ravenswood, Berkshire
Salary: £13 per hour / £26,434.98 per annum
Hours: 36 per week
Shifts: Typically, 07:00–21:00, with a 1-hour unpaid break
Location: Crowthorne, RG45 6BQ
About the Role
We’re looking for caring, reliable Support Workers to join the team at Orchard, a friendly residential service based within Ravenswood Village. You’ll be supporting adults with a range of complex needs to lead full, meaningful lives.
This role is about building trust, enabling independence, and supporting people with dignity, every day.
About Norwood
Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives.
At Norwood, you’ll make a real difference every day. You’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive team, guided by values of kindness, respect, empowerment and belonging. We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives.
About Orchard
Orchard is a spacious two-storey home within the Ravenswood Estate, supporting nine adults aged 20s to 70s with moderate to severe neurodevelopmental disabilities, including learning disabilities, autism, and additional needs such as epilepsy and mental health conditions. The home includes six bedrooms and two self-contained flats, creating a mixed and personalised environment.
Shifts follow a 24-hour rota, typically running 07:00 to 21:00, with adjustments made around the routines and preferences of the people supported. You’ll be joining a stable and values-led team committed to Kindness, Respect, Belonging, and Empowerment.
Your Day-to-Day
Your role will be varied and active. You’ll:
• Support people with personal care, medication, mobility, and communication
• Help people participate in activities, hobbies and trips out
• Assist with household tasks and daily routines
• Promote independence, dignity and choice
• Support people based on their individual needs and support plans
• Drive the home vehicle for appointments or leisure (if you’re a driver)
Experience, Qualifications & Training
Essential:
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or autism would be beneficial
• Awareness of safeguarding and person-centred care
• Able to commit to full-time hours, including weekends
Desirable:
• Experience with epilepsy and/or mental health support
• Knowledge of active support and Dignity in Care
• Full, clean UK driving licence
We also welcome people new to care who show the right values and commitment. Full induction and training will be provided.
Reward & Benefits
We believe great support starts with great staff. Here’s what we offer:
• £13.00 per hour (plus overtime at £14.30 and Bank Holidays at £19.50)
• Fully funded induction and training
• 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (FTE)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card scheme access
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free eye test and eyewear allowance
• £300 refer-a-friend bonus
• Career development pathway
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive, experienced team and management