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.

• 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!