About the Role
We’re looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our team, supporting adults with complex needs in a residential setting.
You’ll work as part of a supportive team delivering person-centred care and building positive, trusting relationships with the people you support.
This is more than a care role. It’s an opportunity to help individuals live meaningful, fulfilling lives in an environment that values dignity, choice and independence.
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 will make a real difference every day. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive team where kindness is shown in how we care, respect shapes how we work together, belonging ensures everyone feels valued, and empowerment enables people to thrive.
We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives.
Your Day-to-Day
Your role will be varied and active. You’ll:
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Support people with their personal routines including personal care and meal preparation
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Encourage independence through life skills like budgeting, shopping and social outings
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Help people enjoy hobbies and interests: swimming, music, arts and outdoor activities
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Accompany residents to health appointments and trips out
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Work closely with our Physical Activity Practitioner, including in the hydrotherapy pool
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Contribute to household tasks and maintain a welcoming home environment
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Use a range of communication methods (Makaton, objects of reference, expressions)
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Drive the home vehicle for activities and appointments (only, if you’re a driver)
Experience, Qualifications & Training
Essential:
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Comfortable supporting adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities
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Confident using alternative communication methods
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Awareness of safeguarding practices
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Comfortable working in a hydrotherapy setting (no swimming required)
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Able to commit to serving others with dignity and respect.
Desirable:
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Emergency First Aid, Moving and Handling, or Medication Administration training
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Full, clean UK driving licence
If you’re values-led and eager to learn, we also offer paid training and qualifications in Health & Social Care (Level 2–5).
Reward & Benefits
- Be part of a passionate, supportive team making a real difference.
- Flexible, rewarding work that fits around your availability.
- Full induction, supervision, and training provided.
- Opportunities to develop skills in adult care, inclusion, and support work.
- Access to Norwood’s wellbeing and employee support resources.
A bit more information: Ravenswood Village is a specialist care community in Crowthorne, Berkshire, operated by Norwood, a long established Jewish charity supporting people with learning disabilities and neurodevelopmental needs.
Founded in 1953 by families seeking better care and opportunity, Ravenswood now provides person-centred residential care and supported living for adults with autism, profound and multiple learning disabilities, sensory and physical impairments, and complex health needs.
More than a care setting, it is a vibrant community offering facilities and activities that promote wellbeing, independence, and meaningful engagement, all underpinned by strong governance and a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission.
Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role.
Email: careers@norwood.org.uk
