Support Worker — Empower Independence & Dignity

OUTWARD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Learning & development program

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Death in service

Health Assured – EAP

Eye care vouchers

Flu jab reimbursement

Pension scheme

Additional annual leave

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Job summary

Outward in London NE is looking for proactive Support Workers to help adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs live meaningful, independent lives. You will provide person-centered care, assist with daily living, and work with the team to ensure high-quality service delivery across shifts.

Your role includes safeguarding, privacy, and ongoing training, with duties across evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. A compassionate attitude and DBS clearance are essential.

Qualifications

• Safeguarding knowledge and risk management in care settings.
• GDPR and data protection understanding.
• Strong communication and teamwork in close-support environments.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to achieve personal goals and outcomes as per support plans.
• Provide direct, person-centered support emphasizing dignity, independence and inclusion.
• Assist with daily living tasks including personal care, meals, budgeting, and community access.
• Collaborate with families, healthcare professionals, social workers and external agencies.
• Carry out key-worker duties, update support plans and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate records in line with policies and standards.
• Safeguard health, safety and wellbeing following procedures.
• Identify and report risks, incidents or safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Safeguarding

Risk management

GDPR

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care

PBS training

Safeguarding training

Tools

Smartphone with SMS/auth apps

Job description

Outward in London NE is looking for proactive Support Workers to help adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs live meaningful, independent lives. You will provide person-centered care, assist with daily living, and work with the team to ensure high-quality service delivery across shifts.

Your role includes safeguarding, privacy, and ongoing training, with duties across evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. A compassionate attitude and DBS clearance are essential.