Support Worker – 24 Hour Contract Available
£12.85 - £13.70 per hour (depending on experience) + excellent benefits
Location: Newcastle
Are you looking for a role where you can genuinely make a difference and become part of a dedicated, supportive team?
We're currently recruiting for two 24-hour contracted Support Workers to join a specialist support team supporting a wonderful young woman with learning disabilities in her own home.
This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity for someone who is caring, enthusiastic and enjoys helping others live life to the fullest.
About the Person You'll Be Supporting
The young woman you'll be supporting is non-verbal, can walk short distances, and requires support with personal care and daily living activities.
She is a real joy to be around and has a bright, engaging personality. She loves getting out and about in the car, visiting local parks, and taking part in the wide range of activities organised each week by Time to Care Specialist Support Services.
We're looking for someone who will take the time to get to know her, understand her communication style, encourage her independence, and help create positive experiences every day.
This role is about much more than providing care – it's about building relationships, creating opportunities, and helping someone enjoy a happy and fulfilling life.
Working Pattern
You'll always work as part of a 2:1 support team, ensuring excellent support for the individual and a collaborative working environment for staff.
Available contracts:
- Two 24-hour contracts available
- Alternative contracted hours may be considered for the right candidate
Shift patterns include:
- Day shifts: 08:00 – 20:00
- Waking nights: 20:00 – 08:00
- Sleep-in shifts: 08:00 – 23:00, sleep-in, then 07:00 – 08:00
Overtime opportunities are also available.
What We're Looking For
You don't need previous care experience to apply – full training and support will be provided.
We're looking for people who:
- Are kind, patient and compassionate
- Enjoy supporting people to achieve their goals
- Have a positive attitude and good sense of humour
- Are reliable and committed
- Enjoy working as part of a team
- Want to make a lasting difference in someone's life
Why Join Time to Care Specialist Support Services?
At Time to Care Specialist Support Services, we believe great support starts with great staff. We invest in our people and provide the training, development and support needed to build a rewarding career.
Benefits include:
- Competitive hourly rates
- Company pension scheme
- Overtime opportunities
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Additional day off for your birthday
- £400 referral bonus (T&Cs apply)
- £100 annual attendance bonus
- £200 loyalty bonus after 2 years' service
- Blue Light Card access
- Ongoing training and qualifications
- Career progression opportunities
- Supportive management and experienced colleagues
If you're looking for a rewarding role where every day brings the opportunity to make a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: £12.85-£13.70 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you live within a 15 mile radius of NE6 post code?
Experience:
- Support or Care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear (preferred)
Work Location: In person
