Support Worker

Nova Care Group was founded on lived experience. Real understanding of what it means to support a young person through crisis, complexity and the moments where others may have walked away.

Because we’ve been there before, what we offer our Support Workers is meaningful, practical and designed to help you thrive in your role.

Benefits for our Support Workers:

Competitive basic salary of £30,000–£32,000, with shift enhancements offering earning potential of over £42,775

A 4 on 4 off shift pattern that balances time at work with scheduled rest periods throughout the year

Enhanced annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service

Private healthcare cover

Team bonuses

Fully funded Level 3 and 4 NVQ qualifications

Clear career and progression pathways

Paid sick leave and company pension scheme

Refer a friend scheme

Entitlement to Blue Light discounts

Requirements for our Support Workers:

We're looking for people who are ready to use their people skills to make a lasting difference in a rewarding new career, you'll be:

Patient, resilient and emotionally aware

Willing to learn and grow

Able to demonstrate strong people skills with a genuine passion for helping others

Committed to making a difference, even on the tough days

Able to see beyond behaviour and understand the “why” behind it

Fully flexible and able to work and travel across the North East

* In possession of a Full UK Driving licence and right to work in the UK (we are not able to offer sponsorship)

Experience working with young people is helpful, but not essential as we’ll give you the tools you need to succeed in your career with us.

The realities for our Support Workers:

This role will challenge you. Progress can be slow and some days will be tough. But seeing a young person grow, stabilise and move forward makes every challenge worthwhile.

Nova Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the young people we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS, employment history and reference checks.