Job Title: Outreach Support Worker

Location: Across the North East, UK

Hours: After school hours, weekends and school holidays

Pay Rate

* £13.25 per hour - Non-drivers

* £14.24 per hour - Drivers with business insurance

Role Overview

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.

Key Responsibilities

* 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

Essential Requirements

* 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

Desirable

* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

* Business insurance (required for driver rate)

* Experience in community support, care, or education

Training & Checks

* Enhanced DBS check required

* Training and ongoing support provided

*Please note we do not offer Sponsorship