Brightside Supported Living Services (Ashington) are looking to expand our Bank Support Worker team and are seeking caring, reliable, and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.
This is an ideal opportunity if you're looking for flexible, occasional work to fit around existing employment, studies, childcare, or other commitments. Bank staff play a vital role in helping us provide consistent, high-quality support by covering annual leave, sickness, and periods of increased demand.
Hours Available
Bank shifts are offered on an as-needed basis and include a variety of the following:
- Monday to Friday: 7:00am – 9:00am or 3:00pm – 10:00pm
- Weekends: 9:00am – 10:00pm
- Additional sleep-in shifts are available and paid at a fixed rate.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for people who genuinely care about making a positive difference in the lives of young people and who share our values.
You'll be someone who:
- Is committed to providing high-quality, person-centred support.
- Is caring, compassionate, and respectful.
- Treats everyone with dignity, kindness, and integrity.
- Communicates effectively and builds positive relationships.
- Works well as part of a supportive team.
- Is reliable, flexible, and willing to learn.
- Has a positive, proactive approach and enjoys helping others achieve their goals.
About the Role
No two days are ever the same. You'll support young people with additional needs to live fulfilling, meaningful lives by encouraging independence, promoting choice, and helping them achieve their personal goals.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Providing practical and emotional support tailored to each individual's needs.
- Supporting with daily living activities and routines.
- Encouraging participation in social, recreational, and community activities.
- Promoting independence, confidence, and wellbeing.
- Building positive, trusting relationships with the young people you support.
- Working closely with colleagues to provide safe, consistent, and high-quality care.
Every young person we support is unique. We take a person-centred approach, ensuring that support is tailored to their individual strengths, interests, aspirations, and needs.
If you're looking for flexible work where you can make a genuine difference in someone's life, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
