Senior Support Worker – Permanent and Temporary, Newcastle

Job description

Senior Support Worker – Permanent and Temporary, NewcastleSalary: £13.73 per hourContract Type: Permanent / TemporaryHours: Full TimeJob Reference Number: NI-TSSWNW-51124Job Location: N. Ireland, Newcastle, N.I.Closing Date: 31st January 2026

OverviewWe are seeking a Permanent and one Temporary Senior Support Worker to join our team. You will work alongside people who use our services, supporting in a range of activities, including developing independence in daily living, accessing work, education and leisure activities.

Responsibilities

Support people with autism and associated conditions in daily living activities.

Develop independence and facilitate access to work, education, and leisure.

Provide specialist support tailored to each individual's needs.

Maintain accurate records of support provided and progress.

Participate in team meetings and contribute to service improvement.

Qualifications

At least six months experience supporting people with autism, learning disabilities or associated conditions.

Flexible and adaptable to meet service needs.

Registered with NISCC or willing to apply to register upon appointment.

Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

Enhanced company sick and maternity pay.

Access NI paid and NISCC fee paid after two years service.

Generous paid annual leave with incremental increases.

Paid bank and public holidays, birthday leave, and option to buy and sell annual leave.

Monthly staff cash prize draw, Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash health scheme.

Equal OpportunitiesAutism Initiatives are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in employment and service delivery.

Application InstructionsAll interviews for this position will be conducted in person at our head office on Thursdays – Office 1 & 2, Linden House, Beechill Business Park, 96 Beechill Road, Newtownbreda, Belfast, BT8 7QN.

We do not provide sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

ContactTo apply or for more information, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@autisminitiatives.com or call +44 1234 567890.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Newcastle upon Tyne

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-03-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English