Support Worker
| Posting date: | 13 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,187 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 June 2026 |
| Location: | Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4AL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Brook Street |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | BBBH408176_1778686771 |
Summary
Independent Living Support Worker
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £15.69 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time & Part-time opportunities available
Service: Independent Supported Living
We are looking for compassionate and motivated Independent Living Support Workers to provide high-quality care and support to adults with physical and/or learning disabilities within an Independent Supported Living environment.
You will play a key role in enabling individuals to live as independently as possible, promoting dignity, choice, and inclusion while supporting people to achieve their personal goals and live fulfilling lives.
Key Responsibilities- Support individuals with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and managing their home.
- Provide personal care in line with care plans, including personal hygiene, bathing, and safe moving and handling.
- Encourage and enable participation in social and community activities.
- Support individuals to set goals, build independence, and achieve positive outcomes.
- Promote dignity, respect, choice, and control at all times.
- Administer medication safely in line with training and procedures.
- Maintain accurate daily records using digital care systems.
- Work collaboratively with families, professionals, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Escort individuals to appointments and activities (including driving service vehicles where applicable).
- Monitor risks, follow risk assessments, and promote positive risk-taking.
- Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and report concerns promptly.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, and infection control.
- Support less experienced team members where required.
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
- Good IT skills
- Empathetic, patient, and compassionate approach
- A proactive, "can-do" attitude with problem-solving ability
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Confident working with families and professionals
- Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy
- Flexibility to work a 24-hour shift pattern, including days, evenings, weekends, and nights
- Experience in health and social care, particularly supporting adults with disabilities
- Knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding, and care practices
- Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support
- Care Certificate or Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification
- Training in moving and handling
- Experience within supported living or small residential settings
- Competitive hourly rate of £15.69 per hour
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunities for career progression
This role requires a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults.
All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and relevant pre-employment checks.
If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting people to live independently, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!