Relief Support Worker - Personal Care & Activities, Weekly Pay

Creative Support Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Creative Support Ltd is seeking a Relief Support Worker for Swanway, an independent Supported Living Service in Gateshead. The role supports individuals with learning disabilities and varied needs in a 12-apartment service, with gardens and shared spaces.

You will assist with personal care, medication administration, and engaging residents in activities they enjoy, while building warm relationships and contributing to a positive team ethos. The post is UK-based with weekly payments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience supporting people with learning disabilities is essential.
• Can-do attitude, person-centred values, energy and commitment; contributes to a positive team ethos.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to service users.
• Administer medications.
• Develop warm and trusting relationships with residents.
• Carry out general administrative duties and housing management tasks.
• Support activities residents enjoy (discos, swimming, cinema outings).

Skills

Calm demeanor

Resourcefulness

Energetic

Positive communication

Unconditional positive regard

Person-centred care

Team player

Medication administration

Tools

Medication administration

Job description

Creative Support Ltd is seeking a Relief Support Worker for Swanway, an independent Supported Living Service in Gateshead. The role supports individuals with learning disabilities and varied needs in a 12-apartment service, with gardens and shared spaces.

You will assist with personal care, medication administration, and engaging residents in activities they enjoy, while building warm relationships and contributing to a positive team ethos. The post is UK-based with weekly payments.