Outreach Support Worker

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Job Title:

Support Worker

Location:

Seaham

Hours:

3 hours every Saturday
Rate of Pay:

 * £13.25 per hour (non-driver)

 * £14.25 per hour (driver with business insurance)

About the Role

We are looking for a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Support Worker to work with a young person with additional needs in the Seaham area. The role involves providing support for 3 hours every Saturday, helping the young person to access activities, build confidence, and enjoy time in the community in a safe and positive way.

You will be working alongside another member of staff, supporting the young person together while out in the community.

Key Responsibilities

* Providing friendly, patient, and supportive care

* Working alongside another support worker during community outings

* Supporting the young person to access social, recreational, and community-based activities

* Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive engagement

* Ensuring the young person’s safety and wellbeing at all times

* Following guidance from parents/carers and any agreed support plans

* For drivers: assisting with or providing transport to community activities (if required)

About You

* Kind, patient, and understanding with a genuine interest in supporting young people

* Reliable and punctual

* Able to work well as part of a small team

* Experience working with children or young people with additional needs is desirable but not essential

* Driver preferred but not essential

* Drivers must hold a full UK driving licence and business insurance

Additional Information

* Full training and ongoing support will be provided

* A DBS check will be required (or willingness to undertake one)

* This role would suit someone looking for part-time, weekend work, including students, carers, or experienced support workers

Please note we do not offer Sponsorship