Independent Living Support Worker

Independent Living Support Worker

Section 7 (2) b & e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply to this role (Female Applicants Only)

Location: Forest Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: 26,064 per annum
Contract: Temporary to Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting compassionate and reliable Female Independent Living Support Workers to support individuals living in a supported living service consisting of 10 self-contained bungalows.

You will provide person-centred care, promote independence and help individuals enjoy fulfilling lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Support medication, meal preparation and moving and handling.
• Help with appointments, shopping and activities.
• Encourage independence, choice and wellbeing.
• Follow individual care and support plans.

Requirements

• Caring, patient and reliable attitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Flexibility to work day shifts and waking nights on a rota.
• Ability to travel to Forest Hall.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Pension scheme and loyalty awards.
• Full induction and ongoing training.
• Employee wellbeing and counselling support.
• Blue Light Card and employee discounts.
• Career development opportunities.

Full-time and part-time hours available.

Important Information

• Section 7 (2) b & e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply to this role (Female Applicants Only)
• No visa sponsorship available.
• Enhanced DBS, relevant barring checks and satisfactory references required.

Interested? Apply today and make a difference by supporting people to live independently.