Community Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
We are looking for a Community Support Specialist to join our team at Be Caring in Newcastle. This is a full-time role that requires a warm and welcoming attitude, enabling us to support people with learning disabilities to live happy and fulfilling lives.
About the Role- This is a full-time position supporting individuals with learning disabilities across Newcastle
The ideal candidate will have a kind and compassionate approach, building caring and supportive relationships with the people we support and their families. As a Community Support Specialist, you will be responsible for providing person-centred support, promoting choice, independence, and voice.
Salary and BenefitsThe salary for this role is £12,000 per year (approximately £11.50-£12.00 p/hr). In addition to your salary, you will receive:
- Fully funded DBS
- Paid induction training
- Training development: funded Level 3 and other accredited courses
- Holiday pay: annual leave accumulates with working hours
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): free 24-hour helpline, advice, and guidance for yourself and dependents
- Union membership (optional) through our partnership with the GMB
You do not need a degree or care qualifications to be a great Community Support Specialist. However, you must be willing to learn and adapt with the people you support. As a key member of our team, you will:
- Be Kind & Happy: Be engaging, calm, and have a can-do attitude
- Be the Best You Can Be: Be a great communicator, listening to the person to understand their wants, needs, dreams, and ambitions
- Be Safe: Have the person's best interests in everything you do, protecting their privacy and dignity
- Be Involved: Be a motivator, encouraging and guiding the person you support to take small but brave steps towards learning new skills, meeting new people, and attending local community groups
- Be Proud: Support the person to become as independent as they can, making their own choices, decisions, and managing their finances
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your application. Our friendly Recruitment Officer, Andrea, will be in touch to discuss further.
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