Make a real difference. Build real relationships. Be part of a home, not just a service.

At Lindisfarne, we provide 24‑hour care and support to adults with physical disabilities, but what truly matters to us is creating a home. A place where people feel valued, respected and genuinely supported to live life on their own terms.

Every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Whether it’s empowering someone to make their own choices, supporting them to enjoy hobbies and community activities, or simply helping create a warm, welcoming environment - your role truly matters.

We’re looking for caring, positive and committed Support Workers to join our amazing team and help the people who live at Lindisfarne lead fulfilling, independent lives.

As a support worker, you will:

Support people to live the life they choose.

Help with daily living, personal care and building independence.

Take part in social activities, outings and holidays.

Work as part of a supportive, friendly team.

Play a key role in creating a safe, respectful and nurturing home environment.

What we’re looking for

You don’t need years of experience - what matters most is your values and your willingness to learn.

A genuine commitment to our charity’s values

NVQ2 in care or a willingness to work towards it

Good communication and teamwork skills

Ability to follow guidance and work with compassion

Flexibility with hours, including sleep‑ins

Respect for everyone’s background, culture and beliefs

Reliability, honesty and confidentiality

If you’ve got the right attitude, we’ll give you all the training and support you need.

Why join us?

We want you to feel valued, supported and able to grow in your career. We offer:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Great training and development opportunities
• A genuinely inclusive, supportive employer
• The chance to be part of something that changes lives

For an informal chat or more information, please contact: Katie Simmons, Service Manager – katiesimmons@sjog.org.uk

Lead with purpose. Support with confidence. Make every day count.

We’re looking for a proactive and compassionate Senior Support Worker to join our team at Lindisfarne Court - a purpose-built home supporting 13 adults with physical and learning disabilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career. You’ll combine high‑quality, person‑centred support with meaningful leadership responsibilities, helping to shape a positive, safe and empowering environment for the people who live here - and the colleagues you work alongside.

What this role offers

As a senior support worker, you’ll play a key part in the smooth running of the service by:

Providing hands-on, person-centred support.

Offering day-to-day guidance to support workers.

Supporting the service manager and deputy manager with key operational tasks.

Helping to maintain high standards of care, documentation and compliance.

Supporting individuals with complex health needs using a positive behaviour support approach.

Ensuring each person’s care plan is meaningful, up-to-date and truly reflects their goals.

Promoting independence, wellbeing and opportunities that make each day matter.

Your leadership, curiosity and drive will help us deliver a service where people can genuinely thrive.

What we’re looking for

You’ll bring both experience and heart to the role:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in care
• Experience supporting vulnerable adults
• Confidence supporting people with complex health needs
• Experience developing and reviewing personalised care plans
• A track record of motivating, supporting and developing team members
• Strong understanding of CQC Key Lines of Enquiry
• Positive behaviour support experience
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and occasional nights
• Good IT skills (Word, Excel, general systems)
• Full driving licence and vehicle (desirable)

Above all, we’re looking for someone who leads by example - calm, committed and genuinely motivated to create better outcomes for the people we support.

What you’ll receive

We value our teams, and we’re committed to supporting you to grow and succeed.

• Generous annual leave: 247.5 hours (pro rata) including bank holidays
• Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent training and development opportunities to support your progression
• A genuinely inclusive, supportive workplace
• An Enhanced DBS is required for this role - the cost is covered by SJOG.

For an informal chat about the role, contact: Katie Simmons, Service Manager – KatieSimmons@sjog.org.uk

Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for delivering exceptional, person‑centred services? Do you thrive in a values‑driven organisation where compassion, respect and hospitality are at the heart of everything you do? Do you have a proven track record of transforming lives of autistic people? If so you may be the person we need to speak to.

We’re looking for a Deputy Head of Operations (Complex Care) to help shape, strengthen and grow our complex care services nationally. Supporting the Head of Operations, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our services not only meet but exceed contractual, regulatory and quality expectations and most importantly, enable the people we support to live meaningful, fulfilled lives.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• An experienced operational leader who is innovative and has a conceptual understanding of autism.
• Skilled in managing multi‑site services and navigating regulatory requirements
•  Passionate about positive behaviour support, autism, mental health and complex needs
• Knowledgeable in RRN standards, PBS competencies and best practice frameworks
• Financially astute, confident in budget management and service sustainability
• An excellent communicator and relationship‑builder
• Calm, confident and able to make sound decisions in challenging situations
• Values‑driven, committed and motivated to make a real difference

You’ll also be flexible, able to travel, participate in the on‑call rota and work occasional unsocial hours when needed.

Benefits and Rewards:

• Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro-rata) including bank and public holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Bike to Work Scheme
• We are an equal opportunities employer
• Excellent training and development opportunities

If you require any further information regarding the vacancy please contact Toni Fyfe, Head of Operations - Complex Care at tonifyfe@sjog.org.uk