Support Worker - Male

Dimensions

Newcastle

On-site

AUD 32,000 - 46,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay uplift for overtime

Flexible shift patterns

30 days paid

Annual Leave including public holidays

Career progression

Learn to Drive scheme

Salary advance before payday

High Street Discounts

Life Assurance

Company Pension

Industry leading training

Enhanced DBS paid for

Job summary

Dimensions in Newcastle is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to help adults build independence and life skills within our local homes. You will form positive relationships, deliver person-centred support and help people access community activities and daily routines.

Working in a part-time, on-site role, you’ll follow support plans, assist with medication where required, and collaborate with families and professionals to promote wellbeing and positive outcomes in a respectful, inclusive

Qualifications

An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role.
We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK.
Dimsensions is a Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria.

Responsibilities

Building positive relationships with people.
Providing person-centred support tailored to individual needs.
Support with daily living skills and routines.
Encourage independence, confidence and personal development.
Help access community activities, appointments and social opportunities.
Provide emotional reassurance and practical support.
Support with medication where required.
Assist with meal planning, shopping and household tasks.
Promote wellbeing and healthy lifestyles.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Great communicators

Positive attitude

Flexible and reliable

Person-centred approach

Job description

UK / EU Driving Licence is preferred but not essential

About Dimensions

Every day is an opportunity to create impact, joy, and independence for the people we support. Your work, whether direct, or behind the scenes, contributes to unforgettable moments that change lives.

Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work for 2026 — our eighth consecutive year of recognition.

We're looking for caring, resilient and positive Support Workers to join our friendly team in Newcastle, supporting adults within 4 forensic supported living homes to build independence, develop life skills and achieve their personal goals.

This is a unique opportunity to support people on their journey towards greater independence, helping them to live fulfilling lives within their community while providing the encouragement, consistency and understanding they need to succeed.

About the role

As a Support Worker, you'll be building positive relationships and providing person-centred support tailored to each individual's needs.

Your role may include:

Supporting people with daily living skills and routines.
Encouraging independence, confidence and personal development.
Helping individuals access community activities, appointments and social opportunities.
Providing emotional reassurance and practical support.
Supporting with medication where required.
Assisting with meal planning, shopping and household tasks.
Promoting wellbeing, healthy lifestyles and positive outcomes.
Following support plans and risk management strategies.
Working collaboratively with colleagues, families and other professionals.

Who Are We Looking For?

Compassionate, patient and understanding.
Calm and confident in challenging situations.
Great communicators with a positive attitude.
Passionate about supporting people to achieve their potential.
Flexible and reliable team players.
Committed to providing high-quality, person-centred support.

Shifts:

Long Day Sleep-In Shifts: 9am - 9am the following day
Day Shifts: 9am - 6pm
Sleep-Ins: 10pm - 8am (Paid to Sleep)

We provide rotas at least 4 weeks in advance to support a healthy work-life balance, which we're very passionate about!

Rewards that make a difference

A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
30 days paid
Annual Leave (including public holidays - pro rata)
Opportunities for career progression
Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
High Street Discounts - Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
Life Assurance and Company Pension
Industry leading training
Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Application Requirements

An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.
Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
If a driving licence is required for this role you will need to produce a copy of the driving licence at the onboarding stage.
As Disability Confident Leaders , we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees
As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

Use of AI in the recruitment process:

AI can help you research and refine your application, but everything you submit should reflect your genuine skills and experience. Please ensure your application represents your own voice and abilities.

If you use assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to supporting you where we can. Please let us know in advance so we can ensure appropriate arrangements are in place

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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