Support Worker: Empower Independence & Community Living

Swanton Care and Community; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend scheme

Above and beyond recognition

Long service awards

Employee benefits app

Cycle to work

Pension

Life cover

Funded qualifications

Career pathways

Swanton Educates

Trained mental health first aiders

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Employee Voice

Job summary

Swanton Care and Community is seeking caring staff to support people in residential care, supported living and outreach services. You will empower individuals to live the life they choose while respecting their dignity and preferences.

The role emphasizes empathy, flexibility and strong communication within a supportive team, with opportunities for training, qualifications and career development.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, compassionate and committed to supporting people with dignity.
• Ability to apply core values of Pride in daily work: Potential, Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Empathy.
• Adaptable and flexible with excellent communication; able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical assistance and emotional support to empower people to achieve goals.
• Promote health and wellbeing in an inclusive way respecting beliefs.
• Facilitate social, educational or work activities and outings as chosen.
• General housekeeping duties including shopping and personal care elements.
• Complete a range of records and documents.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Adaptable

Job description

Swanton Care and Community is seeking caring staff to support people in residential care, supported living and outreach services. You will empower individuals to live the life they choose while respecting their dignity and preferences.

The role emphasizes empathy, flexibility and strong communication within a supportive team, with opportunities for training, qualifications and career development.