Recovery Support Worker in Gateshead inGateshead PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

Based in Gateshead, this full-time permanent Recovery Support Worker role with Creative Support sits within an outcome-focused floating support team working with adults (18+) who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and have housing‑related and mental health support needs. You will manage a caseload, provide person-centred support in people’s own homes, run drop‑in sessions and activities from the Gateshead office, and co‑ordinate with housing, health, probation and local services to help people find and sustain tenancies. The role is commissioned by Gateshead Council, is on-site only, pays up to £12.40 per hour and requires a flexible rota that may include evenings, weekends and nights.

This role is ideal for experienced support workers and carers — many women in caring roles find the mix of advocacy, practical casework and relationship-building especially rewarding. Creative Support provides full training and the opportunity to work towards a QCF Diploma in Health & Social Care, plus benefits including a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days' annual leave and a company-paid enhanced DBS, all within an inclusive, accredited organisation. Applications close 20 November 2025; to apply, please click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert. You can also find and share this vacancy positively on jobsincare.com.