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Join Supporting Hands

Work for Us

Bring your skills, compassion and ideas to a team working to make a positive difference across Teesside.

Whether you are exploring a support role, volunteering or work in our fundraising office, you can start by learning about our culture and registering your interest.

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A warm welcome

Do work that feels human

Our culture and our people are at the heart of what we do. We want every team member to feel valued and supported, and we take staff wellbeing seriously.

Our friendly, open team brings different experiences and perspectives together around a shared purpose: making a positive difference for local people.

Tell us where you could contribute

Why Supporting Hands

A culture built around people

Good support begins with a team that can learn, contribute and feel respected.

Why choose us

Wellbeing is part of the work

We want team members to feel valued and supported. A friendly, open culture helps people share ideas, learn from one another and do their best work.

Embracing diversity

Different perspectives make us stronger

We aim to reflect the communities we serve. Through listening and continuous learning, we are committed to inclusion, valuing diversity and confronting discrimination.

The perks of joining our team

Support to do your best work

Eight connected parts of the employee experience currently published by Supporting Hands.

  1. Balance and flexibility

    26 days of annual leave, rising to 32 after five years; hybrid and flexible working options; career breaks and special-leave support.

  2. Wellbeing support

    A 24/7 employee assistance service, wellness initiatives and a Disability Confident employer commitment.

  3. Professional growth

    A tailored induction, ongoing training and development days, and regular supervision.

  4. Financial security

    Competitive salary, company sick pay, an enhanced pension scheme and access to financial rewards and discounts.

  5. Employee benefits

    Paid time for medical appointments, high-street and restaurant discounts, free car parking and travel expenses.

  6. Community engagement

    Paid time for volunteering, sustainability initiatives and opportunities to give back to the community.

  7. Personal development

    Support for approved learning, regular performance appraisals and opportunities for career advancement.

  8. Employee engagement

    Staff surveys, newsletters, opportunities to contribute to wellbeing initiatives and an inclusive workplace culture.

Stronger together

Your ideas have a place here

Supporting Hands values employee engagement, ongoing development and opportunities for people to help shape a welcoming workplace.

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