Support Worker – Lawreth

Espa; Seaham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks paid holiday (increasing to 8)

Company Pension Scheme/Life Assurance

Meals provided on shift

Sick pay up to 3 months

Induction and continuous training

Career progression

Family friendly policies

Job summary

ESPA is seeking compassionate staff to join Lawreth, a small specialised service supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, OCD behaviours and complex needs. You’ll provide 24‑hour person‑centred support as part of a friendly team, including 12‑hour day shifts and waking nights, helping residents develop independence and daily living skills with dignity.

Full induction and ongoing training are provided, with opportunities for career progression and involvement in community outings,

Qualifications

• Are willing to work as part of a team and within protocols and guidelines
• Have worked with Autistic adults, but not essential as full training will be provided
• Have a high level of commitment and flexibility towards service delivery
• Have a level of fitness that enables participation in activities as part of agreed programmes
• Although not essential, a clean driving licence would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Provide 24‑hour person‑centred support as part of the team.
• Deliver 12‑hour day shifts and waking nights.
• Help residents develop independence, daily living skills and confidence.
• Deliver personal care with dignity and respect.
• Support residents with community outings and day trips.
• Assist with educational and vocational opportunities.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Commitment

Fitness

Clean driving licence

Job description

Overview

Join our friendly, experienced team at Lawreth, a small, specialised service supporting two adult men with autism, learning disabilities, OCD behaviours and complex needs. You’ll provide 24‑hour person‑centred support as part of the team, including 12‑hour day shifts and waking nights, helping people develop independence, daily living skills and confidence. The role includes some personal care, delivered with dignity and respect.

Residents enjoy active, meaningful lives with community outings, day trips, National Trust visits and ESPA’s educational and vocational opportunities. Full specialist training is provided.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

We’d love to hear from you if you meet the following criteria:

• Are willing to work as part of a team and within protocols and guidelines
• Have worked with Autistic adults, but not essential as full training will be provided
• Have a high level of commitment and flexibility towards service delivery
• Have a level of fitness that enables participation in activities as part of agreed programmes
• Although not essential, a clean driving licence would be advantageous

Benefits

• 6 weeks (including bank holidays) paid holiday, increasing to 8 weeks
• Company Pension Scheme/Life Assurance
• Meals provided on shift
• Company sick pay scheme up to 3 months full pay
• Intensive 2‑week induction with continuous training and development
• Excellent career progression
• Family friendly policies

Enhanced DBS required.

Unfortunately, ESPA does not offer sponsorship.