Support Worker

We are a supported living organisation who specialise in providing bespoke packages of support to people with learning disabilities and complex needs who wish to live in the community in their own home. We are looking for support workers to work in the following areas. Newcastle, Hexham, East Denton, Houghton le Spring, Washington, South Shields, Jarrow.
We support adults & young people with:

• Learning disabilities

• Autism

• Physical disabilities

• Support with and positively respond to people’s behaviours.

We are looking to recruit Support Workers full & part time, this role will involve weekends, evenings & nights – £12.00 per hour & NMW for sleep in’s with enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays. Sickness and Health & Well-being benefit included.
If you believe you have the following then we want to hear from you.

• Positive attitude

• Good value base

• Good levels of empathy

• Natural ability to form positive relationships

• Caring

• Understanding

• Imaginative

• Willingness to go the extra mile

• Be resourceful

• Willing to learn

• Good communication skills

• Committed to the rights of the people we support

This support workers role is subject to Enhanced DBS check
Company job description and person specification This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and the post holder will need a minimum level 2 qualification or be willing to work towards one You must be passionate about enabling people to play a full part in their community and enable the person we support to engage in opportunities the community can give.

• To support the young man to build his confidence and self esteem
• To support the young man to build on his strengths

• To support young man to stay safe
• To show empathy and understanding
• You must have a positive "can do" attitude
• To be caring and responsive
• Willing to go the extra mile and willing to commit to supporting this young man long term.

• Willing to support the young man, on trips and walks out to maximum advantage of community facilities and activities
• Main Responsibilities
• To support the young man to enjoy life
• To support the young man to stay fit healthy and active
• To encourage the young man to maintain and develop life skills in relation to social

• activities
• To support the young man in his chosen activities
• To complete daily paperwork and reports accurately when necessary
• To carry out range of household tasks including cleaning, washing, minor maintenance and repair tasks as directed, ensuring that high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are always maintained
• To be familiar and act in accordance with Orbis support policies and procedures and systems

• To promote advisable independence ensuring that the service provided reflects their views, wishes, and opinions of those supported
• To promote awareness of Equality, Diversity and inclusion to enhance and embed within Orbis support
• Record and inform senior staff of any changes observed in physical health or behaviour and assist with any necessary action in emergencies or where changes require medical attention, document changes as required by internal systems
• Liaise as required with families, carers, advocate and professionals involved in supporting this young man
• To comply with all legal responsibilities under Health and Safety legislation. Be aware in accordance with requirements and all internal rules and relating to Health and

• Safety and hygiene, also fire service, and Environmental Health Department regulations
• To carry out house administration duties as required
• Co-operative with and participate positively in staff activities and duties, including staff meetings, supervisions sessions performance reviews and attend training
• Act calmly and professional at all times.
• Undertake all other duties and tasks commensurate with scope and grade of post as directed by senior staff. Orbis support LTD provide support that is flexible and responsive to changing needs, from time to time the job description may be altered after appropriate consultation. The needs of those supported will always be paramount.