Support Worker – Day Services – Permanent

Support Worker – Day Services – Permanent

Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security? Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us and the training we offer.

 

Thera North are seeking enthusiastic support workers to join our inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals achieve their own personal goals, aims and ambitions.  The support you provide will change with everyone you work with because everyone is different.   Supporting people in their daily lives is varied and could include helping someone develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, helping people plan and manage their own home, support with leisure, employment, individual interests, and travel. This can be a fun and rewarding but also at times challenging and demanding role.

You maybe be supporting people in their own home or out and about in their community.

  • Thera is unique we are led by people with a learning disability.
  • Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
  • Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

Details

  • Employer
  • Role
    Support Worker
  • Contract Type
    Permanent
  • Location
    Durham
  • Working Type
    Day Services
  • Job Category
    Contract
  • Pay
    £13.00 Per hour
  • Closing Date
    Monday 27 April 2026

Contact information

Disciplines:

  • Support people at home
  • Support people with learning disabilities - autism

Person Specification:

Who are we looking for?
  • No previous experience or qualifications required as full training will be provided, however, unless specified otherwise
  • You must be comfortable with lone working & supporting individuals with Mental Health Needs
  • Compassionate, Caring and Confident
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
  • Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
  • Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!

About - Thera North:

Thera North supports people with a learning disability across North of England including Cumbria, County Durham, Darlington, Blackburn with Darwen and Lancashire.

Essential qualifications:

Experience with complex needs support.

Application Form

email newtalent@thera.co.uk or visit www.thera.co.uk/careers

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