Relief Support Worker

We are seeking an experienced Relief Support Worker to provide person-centred support for individuals with learning disabilities in Jarrow, South Tyneside.

Your responsibilities will include providing intimate, practical, and emotional care. You will support service users in leading meaningful and fulfilling lives, assisting with activities such as shopping, social events, and health appointments. You will collaborate with families and professionals to ensure a consistent and coordinated service that meets the needs of service users, working both as part of a team and independently in service user homes.


A minimum of 12 months' experience working with individuals with learning disabilities is essential. While a relevant professional qualification is desirable, it’s crucial that you are warm and able to work in a person-centred manner.

As a Creative Support Bank Staff member, you'll have access to our free SONA app, which allows you to pick up shifts anywhere in the country and provides information on services and shifts, as well as directions.

Vacancy Reference Number: 89737
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 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.