Support Worker – QA Road

Salary: £12.85 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Sunderland

Hours: Full or Part Time considered

Job role

Ideal Candidate

We are excited to recruit a Support Worker to join our friendly team at Queen Alexandra Road Supported Living Service for people on the autism spectrum with complex needs. This would also include working at two outreach services nearby. We’re looking for someone warm, confident, and compassionate, with a genuine commitment to person-centred care. In this role you will help to create a positive environment where everyone can thrive. We’re looking for someone proactive, supportive, and passionate about making a difference. The post requires a high level of commitment and flexibility towards service delivery, and you should be able to contribute to all aspects of the service.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

 

• Have experience supporting people with autism and/or related conditions, however experience is not essential.
• Would be confident, compassionate, and committed to delivering high-quality care
• Can demonstrate a positive and respectful approach at all times
• Have strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Are organised, proactive, and able to take initiative
• Can work flexibly, including shifts, weekends, and bank holidays
• Hold a relevant qualification or are willing to work towards one

In return, we can offer you:

• 6 weeks (including bank holidays) paid holiday increasing to 8 weeks
• Company Pension Scheme/Life Assurance
• Meals provided on shift
• Company sick pay scheme up to 3 months full pay
• Intensive 2 week induction with continuous training and development
• Excellent Career Progression
• Family Friendly Policies

For more information, please contact mark.day@espa.org.uk /0191 5143240 or clare.wheatley@espa.org.uk /0191 5165080.

For an application form please contact sophie.keogan@espa.org.uk /0191 5165080.Closing date for applications: 27th July 2026

Closing: 07/27/2026

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