Part-Time Supported Living Worker – Empower Independence

Gateshead Council; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Training & development

Health & wellbeing support

Cycle to work

Car salary sacrifice

Discounts and perks

Job summary

Gateshead Council is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for the Supported Living Service on a part-time 25-hour contract. You will empower adults to live independently, safely and with dignity, delivering person-centred care and enabling community inclusion.

Join a collaborative team in Adult Social Care, with flexi-time and hybrid options, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package while helping people shape their own lives.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Good understanding of adult social care legislation and standards, including safeguarding, mental capacity, health and safety, and person-centred practice.
• Values and ethos of Supported Living, promoting choice, dignity, independence and inclusion.
• Experience with adults with learning disabilities or transferable care skills.
• Strong written, verbal and IT communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Promote and uphold the rights and dignity of each tenant, considering vulnerabilities and outcomes.
• Provide personal care support where required and maintain tenant-appropriate choices.
• Promote independence, self-management and citizenship within privacy and dignity.
• Support tenants within a community setting per their care plan.
• Encourage engagement in home and community activities aligned with individual plans.
• Coordinate with colleagues, tenants, carers and professionals to share knowledge and plan care.
• Carry out household administration and maintain records per householder's wishes.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organisation

Person-centred care

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Gateshead Council is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for the Supported Living Service on a part-time 25-hour contract. You will empower adults to live independently, safely and with dignity, delivering person-centred care and enabling community inclusion.

Join a collaborative team in Adult Social Care, with flexi-time and hybrid options, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package while helping people shape their own lives.