Empowering Support Worker for Complex Needs in NE London

Outward; Hackney (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage

Job summary

Outward is hiring a Support Worker in North East London to join a dedicated team providing person-centred care for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. The role involves multi-service support, daily living activities, and safeguarding responsibilities, with shifts including evenings and weekends.

You will work under supervision to deliver high-quality care, develop plans, and promote independence and community participation in line with Outward values.

Qualifications

• Good safeguarding and risk management knowledge in care settings.
• Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR and data protection principles.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to achieve personal goals as per support plans.
• Provide person-centred support promoting dignity, independence and inclusion.
• Assist with daily living tasks: personal care, meals, medication, budgeting, community access.
• Collaborate with families, health professionals, social workers and external agencies.
• Develop, review and update support plans and risk assessments as a key worker.
• Maintain accurate records following policy and regulatory standards.
• Safeguard health, safety and wellbeing of those supported; report safeguarding concerns.
• Respect individual needs, preferences and communication styles.

Skills

Safeguarding & risk management

Confidentiality & GDPR

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Outward is hiring a Support Worker in North East London to join a dedicated team providing person-centred care for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. The role involves multi-service support, daily living activities, and safeguarding responsibilities, with shifts including evenings and weekends.

You will work under supervision to deliver high-quality care, develop plans, and promote independence and community participation in line with Outward values.