Adult Social Care Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 02 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.53 to £22.78 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Pay Rate: £17.53 PAYE / £22.78 Umbrella |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 04 March 2026 |
| Location: | Southwark, South East London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | OR22130 |
Summary
Neway International are seeking two Support Assistants to join our client based with Southwark Council.
Location: Southwark Resource Centre, 10 Bradenham Close, SE17 2QB
Hours: 22.5 per week
Start Date: 18/02/2026
About the Client
Southwark Council’s Adult Social Care service provides essential support to adults with a wide range of needs, promoting independence, wellbeing and inclusion. The Resource Centre delivers day opportunities, activities and personalised support to help residents live fulfilling lives within their community.
The Role
The Support Assistant will work directly with adults who access the Resource Centre, helping them participate in activities, maintain independence and receive high‑quality, person‑centred support. You will assist with daily routines, provide practical and emotional support, and contribute to a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support adults attending the Resource Centre with day‑to‑day activities
Promote independence, choice and wellbeing in line with personalised support plans
Assist with group sessions, individual activities and community engagement
Build positive, respectful relationships with service users, carers and colleagues
Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met at all times
Support with mobility, communication and personal needs where appropriate
Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and planning
Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive environment
Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Candidate Requirements
Experience supporting adults in a social care, community or day‑service setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative
Reliable, compassionate and committed to person‑centred care
Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
Ability to adapt to changing needs within the service
Location: Southwark Resource Centre, 10 Bradenham Close, SE17 2QB
Hours: 22.5 per week
Start Date: 18/02/2026
About the Client
Southwark Council’s Adult Social Care service provides essential support to adults with a wide range of needs, promoting independence, wellbeing and inclusion. The Resource Centre delivers day opportunities, activities and personalised support to help residents live fulfilling lives within their community.
The Role
The Support Assistant will work directly with adults who access the Resource Centre, helping them participate in activities, maintain independence and receive high‑quality, person‑centred support. You will assist with daily routines, provide practical and emotional support, and contribute to a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support adults attending the Resource Centre with day‑to‑day activities
Promote independence, choice and wellbeing in line with personalised support plans
Assist with group sessions, individual activities and community engagement
Build positive, respectful relationships with service users, carers and colleagues
Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met at all times
Support with mobility, communication and personal needs where appropriate
Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and planning
Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive environment
Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Candidate Requirements
Experience supporting adults in a social care, community or day‑service setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative
Reliable, compassionate and committed to person‑centred care
Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
Ability to adapt to changing needs within the service