Support Worker

Posted 16 March 2023
Salary £11.25 - £12.50 per hour
LocationTyne and Wear
Job type Permanent
Discipline Social Care
ReferenceSWNEWAT_1678978542
Contact NameZoe Brown

Job description

Are you a Support Worker that has experience working with Children/Young People with eoth Learning Disabilities or Emotional Behaviours needs in a Residential setting, Then I want to hear from you.

My client is looking for exceptional candidates who want to gain further experience, qualifications and the progression opportunities whilst supporting some of the most vunerable people. Working within a Residential Home you will be supporting Young People who may have suffered from Trauma, Abuse and/or Neglect

Benefits for you as the Support Worker include:

  • Pay up to £23,000 (additional overtime and sleep in rate of £45)
  • Support of an experienced management team
  • Generous annual leave
  • Progression opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Programme including Confidential Counsellor
  • Fully funded DBS

Requirements of the Support Worker include:

  • Experience working in a Residential setting
  • Level 3 in Residential Childcare or Willing to Complete
  • Commitment to work shifts and weekends
  • UK Driving licence
  • Strong communication skills and emotional resilience

Responsibilities of the Support Worker include:

  • Provide a person-centred approach at all times
  • Protect the service users at all times
  • Give guidance to the service users and promote independence
  • Take part in activities the service users enjoy e.g. football, swimming or long walks

Location: Newcastle, Jarrow, Gateshead

Salary: Up to £23,000

Role: full time 35 hours a week

Please follow the instructions on this website to apply your interest, or for more information on this Support Worker position please contact Zoe Brown at Charles Hunter Associates on 0118 948 5555