Relief Support Worker

We are looking for warm, caring and compassionate Relief Support Workers to join our friendly team in Sunderland. Our service supports individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs related to communication. We are committed to helping our supported individuals recognise their strengths, abilities, and personal resources, while empowering them to live independent and fulfilling lives.

This includes areas such as, social skills and relationships, personal care and hygiene, daily living, and participating in the community. You will support service users in maintaining the safety, security and comfort of their homes. You will also assist them in claiming their full benefit entitlement, budgeting, and managing their personal finances. Additionally, you will be responsible for supporting service users in the administration and monitoring of prescribed medication.

As a Creative Support Bank Staff member, you will have access to our free app, allowing you to pick up shifts in any area of the country. The app also provides information on the service and shifts, including directions. This position enables you to pick up shifts at times that suit you, making it ideal for fitting around personal commitments, study, or caring responsibilities. You will be paid on a weekly basis via our Bank Payroll.

A minimum of 12 months’ UK care experience is essential for all Relief roles. You will attend mandatory induction courses before commencing work within our Sunderland services.

Vacancy Reference Number: 97039

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received an Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.