Support Worker

Priority Recruitment

Posted 2 days ago, valid for 3 days

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE13 8BF, England

£13.95 - £15.62 per hour

Full Time

Employee Discounts

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Job title: Support WorkerLocation: Woolsington, Newcastle.Pay: £13.95 to £15.62 per hour. Hours: Full or part time, 3:30pm-8:30am (with a sleep shift) Priority Recruitment are excited to present this brand-new opportunity for a Support Worker in the Woolsington area of Newcastle upon Tyne.This is an excellent opportunity to join our team looking after a young man living in his own home. The client lives with acquired brain injury, epilepsy, diabetes and some complex needs.We are searching for an experienced Support Worker who shares our belief that disability is not a barrier and doesn’t have to stop anyone from living their best life and enjoying new and varied experiences.Salary & Benefits:

Excellent rates of pay, £13.95 to £15.62 per hour.
Weekly pay.
Access to 30,000+ national and local employee discounts (electronics, home appliances, food, groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more).
Access to 100+ free virtual courses, live and on-demand, to improve your skills and aid self-development.
DBS fees reimbursed.
Refer a friend scheme – you can earn up to £500 per referral!
Employee recognition schemes, including an annual employee awards evening.
Working for one of the UK’s leading specialist therapeutic providers.

Client & Role:Complex care support for a young man who requires support with all activities of daily living, including moving & handling, medication administration, food preparation and personal care. He loves the park, cinema and other recreational activities. The role would involve taking the client swimming or out on walks.Successful Applicant:

Previous experience of 12 months in care is essential – training will also be provided where necessary.
Experience with cerebral palsy.
Experience with epilepsy.
Knowledge of supporting an individual with insulin-dependent diabetes.
A full driving license would be advantageous.

This is an incredible opportunity to make a real difference to someone’s life.Apply now for more details, we’d love to hear from you! *Some of our roles require drivers and male or female employees only, where this is indicated this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

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