Support Worker

Location: Sunderland

Salary: £16 ltd per hour

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Length of role: Initial 6 months, with possibility of extension

Required: Full UK Manual Driving Licence

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Are you committed to promoting independence and supporting people to live fulfilling lives within their community? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are currently seeking motivated and dedicated Support Workers to join our Supported Living Services on a 37-hour position working to a rolling rota. You will be part of a dynamic team that supports adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health needs and behaviours that may challenge.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing person-centred care and support to individuals in their daily lives
• Promoting independence, choice, and dignity at all times
• Supporting individuals to access community resources and activities
• Working collaboratively within a team to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Following Positive Behavioural Support approaches to achieve meaningful outcomes

What We’re Looking For

• A compassionate, respectful, and professional approach to care
• Strong commitment to Sunderland Care and Support’s core values
• Flexibility to work a designated rota, including days, evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays
• A Full UK Manual Driving Licence is essential for this role
• Experience is welcome but not essential – attitude and values are most important
• Accredited training such as Safe Handling of Medication, Moving & Assisting, and First Aid is advantageous

What We Offer

• A set rolling rota pattern to support work/life balance
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• Career progression in a rewarding sector
• A positive, inclusive, and values-driven work environment

How to Apply

Please send your CV, along with two satisfactory references, proof of Right to Work in the UK, and a current Enhanced Adults DBS to our recruitment team. Join us and help support others to live the life they choose.