Job Title: Support Worker - Supported Living (Learning disabilities & Autism)
Location: Consett, Head Office is Lumley Park, Chester Le Street.
Reports to: Senior Support Worker/Registered Manager Hours: Full-time / Part-time roles available (flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays with occasional sleep in)
Hourly rate: Starting from £13.00
Teams to People: We are recruiting a team to support a young adult within their first home. Providing care, support and creativity to engage and enrich this person's life. To build a good rapport with this young person and support them whilst they navigate into a new environment and routine.
Job Purpose:
To provide high-quality, person-centred support for people with additional needs and autism. The Support Worker will work on a 2:1 staffing ratio, supporting within a home environment to achieve their personal goals, develop independence, and live fulfilling lives.
Key Responsibilities: Provide practical and emotional support tailored to the individual's needs, preferences, and care plans.
Work on a 2:1 basis to ensure the safety, dignity, and well-being of the people supported.
Support people to access and engage in community activities such as leisure, education, and social opportunities where appropriate.
Plan and prepare all meals/drinks inline with the persons nutrition and hydration needs.
Promote independence by encouraging daily living skills and personal care.
Housekeeping, support with maintaining high levels of cleanliness throughout the home.
Implement and follow individualised support plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.
Provide personal care support in accordance with care plans.
Build positive, trusting relationships with individuals, their families, and external professionals.
Maintain accurate records of support provided, incidents, and progress towards personal goal outcomes.
Safeguard the welfare and rights of individuals, following organisational policies and procedures.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide consistent and high-quality support.
Person Specification
Essential:
Previous experience supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, or complex needs.
Compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting people with additional needs and autism.
Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
Strong communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, and written).
Reliable, trustworthy, and able to work as part of a team.
Willingness to participate in training (including safeguarding, autism awareness, and positive behaviour support).
Good organisational skills and time keeping.
Desirable:
Knowledge of autism and associated conditions.
Full UK driving licence (if required for community access).
Relevant qualifications in Health & Social Care, (Care Certificate and/or Level 2 in adult Care).
Knowledge of safeguarding and CQC legislation.
Understanding of Challenging behaviour and Positive behaviour support
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits, including 10% annual salary bonus based on personal development plan.
Referral scheme per new employee (awarded after probation).
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
Paid Mileage. Opportunities for career progression within a supportive organisation.
Employee well-being and support programmes.
If you wish to apply for this role, please email for an application form
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £13.00-£13.50 per hour
Work Location: In person