Support Worker - Direct Care Services


Company:	Sunderland Care and Support Ltd
Salary:	£13.45
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Sunderland, SR2 9TQ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Aug 2026
Closing date:	9 Aug 2026

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Summary

Sunderland Care and Support is seeking to recruit Support Workers to join our Direct Care Services, supporting adults with a range of needs including physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs.

This is a rewarding role where you will make a genuine difference, supporting people to live as independently as possible in their own homes and within their local communities.

About the role

As a Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care and support, tailored to each individual’s needs, strengths and aspirations. You will work as part of a consistent and supportive team, promoting independence, dignity, safety and wellbeing.

We actively support people to enjoy meaningful lives, including social activities and opportunities that matter to them. As part of our commitment to the Stay Up Late campaign, this may include supporting customers to attend evening events, gigs, social activities or community opportunities that take place outside traditional daytime hours.

Support may include:

Assisting with meal and drink preparation

Supporting domestic and household tasks

Administering and recording medication

Supporting money management and budgeting

Providing personal care in line with individual care plans

Encouraging and supporting community activities and social inclusion

Supporting relationships with friends and family

Providing emotional support

Using active support and positive behaviour support techniques (training provided)

Supporting customers to plan holidays and, where required, providing support during holidays (additional payment applies)

This list is not exhaustive and duties may change to reflect the needs of the service and customers.

About you

We are looking for individuals who are:

Caring, reliable and motivated

Committed to supporting vulnerable adults to live fulfilling lives

Flexible and willing to work a range of shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays

Able to work effectively as part of a team

Willing to learn and develop new skills

Experience of working in care is not essential, as full training and support will be provided.

You will share our core values of Respect, Innovation, Integrity, Caring, Partnership and Being Valued, ensuring these are reflected in everything you do.

What we offer

£13.45 per hour in line with the Foundation Living Way

37 or 18.5 hours per week available

Sleep-in payment of £43.12 per shift (where applicable)

We pay for your DBS check

Designated rota patterns including days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Regular one-to-one supervision and annual appraisal

26 days annual leave entitlement rising to 31 days with 5 years continuous service, excluding bank holidays

Pension scheme

Career development and progression opportunities

A positive, supportive and rewarding working environment

Occupational Health and wellbeing support

Access to discounts on local theatre and sporting events and Blue Light Card and Company Shop supermarket.

Additional information

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification when completing your application, as this information will be used to shortlist candidates for interview.

All communication regarding this vacancy will be sent to the email address registered on North East Jobs. Please check your inbox and junk/spam folders after the closing date.

Appointments will be subject to two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

For further information about Sunderland Care and Support, please visit:

https://sunderlandcareandsupport.co.uk

To learn more about the Stay Up Late campaign, visit:

https://stayuplate.org

Please note applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these roles.

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