Job Description

Senior Support Worker - Adults with Learning Disabilities
Location: Newburn, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary: £26,263 per annum (£13.65 per hour) + overtime
Hours: 37 hours per week, 7-day rota

Are you an experienced senior support worker passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities, autism, and drugs - alcohol challenges? Join a dedicated team at a purpose-built supported living complex that empowers individuals to live as independently as possible while achieving their personal potential.

The Role
As a Senior Support Worker, you will lead, support, and supervise a team dedicated to delivering high-quality care. You'll work closely with the people we support, their families, and healthcare professionals to foster a respectful, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a staff team.
• Provide direct support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health challenges.
• Work with individuals who may have a history of substance misuse.
• Focus on developing social and practical living skills.
• Motivate staff to deliver exceptional care.

About You:
To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and drugs and alcohol issues.
• Previous experience addressing substance misuse.
• A Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification).
• Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills.

Why Join Us?
Our client greatly values their team and provides a variety of benefits, including:

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, including your birthday off.
• Paid double time for Christmas bank holidays.
• Options to buy and sell annual leave.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• Staff savings, cycle-to-work, and tech schemes.
• Free staff counselling service.
• Blue Light and charity worker discounts.
• Free life assurance.
• Rewards through the Care Friends App.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and motivated individual to take their career to the next level while contributing to a meaningful cause.

Please note: Applicants requiring international visa sponsorship cannot be considered.
If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to take the first step in joining this incredible team.Bottom of Form