Care Support Specialist

3 weeks ago


Darlington, Darlington, United Kingdom Creative Support Full time

Are you seeking a fulfilling role that offers variety and satisfaction on a daily basis?

We are in search of compassionate, attentive, and proactive Care Support Specialists to deliver high-quality, individualized care and assistance at our lively facility. Your primary responsibility will be to provide respectful support to residents with mental health challenges and learning disabilities in a supported living environment, including some community outreach. You will empower individuals to engage in all facets of daily life and partake in a diverse array of activities. Strong skills in positive communication and engagement are essential, along with the ability to exhibit unconditional positive regard for those we serve. Adherence to established guidelines and a commitment to working collaboratively within a supportive team culture are crucial.

Key Responsibilities of the Care Support Specialist:

  • Deliver practical, emotional, and behavioral support to service users,
  • Assist individuals with daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and other essential life skills,
  • Demonstrate a commitment to positively impacting the lives of individuals,
  • Build and maintain warm, trusting relationships with service users,
  • Perform general administrative duties and housing management tasks,
  • Adapt work hours flexibly to meet the needs of the service, including days, evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-in shifts.

We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds. Previous experience in care is not required; rather, we seek individuals with a genuine passion for providing person-centered support in a bright and welcoming environment.

Benefits of Joining Creative Support:

  • Comprehensive training provided,
  • Opportunity to pursue QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care,
  • Probationary bonus,
  • Pension contributions,
  • 28 days of Annual Leave,
  • Company-paid enhanced DBS check.

We are a dedicated, inclusive, and anti-racist organization, recognized as a Stonewall Diversity Champion and a Disability Confident Employer, with a recent Investors in People Gold award.

Please note that we can only accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work within the UK. This position is not open to sponsorship under the UKVI scheme.



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