Job Description

: Specialist Support Worker

Company:

Positive Care and Support

Location:

Bedlington and Longbenton, UK

Position:

Specialist Support Worker (Female)

Driving License:

Full UK driving license required

About Us:

Positive Care and Support, established in 2021 by experienced care professionals, collaborates with local authorities & NHS to provide exceptional services to adults with care and support needs. Our commitment to high standards was recognized in May 2023 when the CQC rated our services as Good across all areas. We offer competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive work environment.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated female Specialist Support Worker to join our team. You will support a female living in her 30 who lives in her own home. You will also work in Longbenton part of the week with a lady in her 60s in her own home.

providing 1:1 support to individuals with complex needs, including learning disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions such as unstable personality disorder.

The shift pattern is predominately a 10.00 sleep in shift with some 8 hour shifts available.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 support to individuals with complex needs. Utilize initiative and strong communication skills to build trust and rapport. Community involvement. Collaborate with team members to ensure comprehensive support.

Qualifications and Experience:

Experience working with adults diagnosed with learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviors. Confidence in providing 1:1 support. Ability to engage in activities and community integration.

What We Offer:

Competitive rates of pay. Professional and personal development opportunities. A supportive and inclusive work environment. Career growth within the company.

Application Process:

If you are interested in joining our team and contributing to a new service, please send an introductory email and a brief CV. Note that we are not considering COS applications for new candidates and previous applicants within the last 12 months need not apply.

Note:

This position is open to female candidates only due to the specific needs of the individuals supported.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 14.02 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bedlington NE22: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

UK based experience in support work: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) Do you have a care certificate (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Supported living.