Outreach Support Worker

Job Title:

Outreach Support Worker

Location:

Peterlee

Hours:

5 hours every Sunday (times to be agreed)

• £13.25 per hour - Non-drivers
• £14.24 per hour - Drivers with business insurance

We are looking for a friendly, reliable Outreach Support Worker to work alongside another staff member supporting a young person with additional needs. The role involves providing support in the community, enabling the young person to take part in activities they enjoy while promoting independence, confidence, and wellbeing.

• Work collaboratively with another support worker to provide consistent, person-centred support
• Support the young person to access community-based activities and outings
• Encourage independence, choice, and positive engagement
• Ensure the young person's safety and wellbeing at all times
• Build a positive, trusting, and professional relationship
• Follow support plans, risk assessments, and agreed guidance
• Communicate effectively with the other staff member and report any concerns
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding policies

• Caring, patient, and dependable approach
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs (paid or personal experience welcomed)
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing
• Right to work in the UK

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Business insurance (required for driver rate)
• Experience in community support, care, or education

• Enhanced DBS check required
• Training and ongoing support provided

Please note we do not offer Sponsorship