Home-Based Shared Lives Provider for Adults

North East Ambition; South Shields; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage paid 46p per mile

Training programme before/after

Peer support groups

Discounts on activities/events

Shared Lives Officer support

Emergency Duty Team coverage

Job summary

South Tyneside Council is seeking Shared Lives Providers in South Shields. You will offer safe, nurturing, home‑based care to adults, with the potential to support up to three individuals at once. Roles can be long-term or involve short breaks, backed by a supportive Shared Lives team.

Providers are paid via a weekly fee, with additional benefits and a tax exemption for self-employment. This is a rewarding career opportunity that fits varying commitments and family circumstances.

Qualifications

• Be over 18 years of age.
• Have a spare bedroom.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based care for up to three adults at any one time.
• Support adults for long-term or short breaks as required.
• Collaborate with the Shared Lives team for guidance and safeguarding.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Job description

South Tyneside Council is seeking Shared Lives Providers in South Shields. You will offer safe, nurturing, home‑based care to adults, with the potential to support up to three individuals at once. Roles can be long-term or involve short breaks, backed by a supportive Shared Lives team.

Providers are paid via a weekly fee, with additional benefits and a tax exemption for self-employment. This is a rewarding career opportunity that fits varying commitments and family circumstances.