Our amazing service is looking for a new support worker to join the team in the Jarrow area.
37.5 hours per week
£11.75 per hour
Rewards and benefits
In return for your passion and commitment, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
* Paid annual leave
* Pension contribution
* Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, and advice services
* Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications
* Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
* Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers
The Role
Stafford House is a large old building with lovely gardens only 10 minutes walk from Jarrow Metro and is close to most bus routes. The successful candidate will be helping to support 3 people as part of a team supporting individuals with a range of disabilities and mental health issues to live independently in their own homes and have control over their lives. We are looking for a friendly, kind, and resilient person to enhance our team and support the people to live the lives they choose.
Duties may include:
* Giving guidance and support on a daily basis.
* Supporting with skills in and around the house. Where required, assisting with personal care and medication.
* Providing support to access a range of activities in the community such as meeting friends, shopping, disco, going to a café or attending arts classes.
* All of the people we support have mobility cars (drivers preferred but not essential).
About you
We welcome people from all walks of life to apply for a job with us. We don’t ask for specific qualifications or experience, just that you have the compassion and integrity to treat people with dignity and respect.
Who we are
United Response is a leading national charity providing support to young people and adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. We believe in championing the right of disabled people to live, work, socialise and participate in the community, free of discrimination and unnecessary boundaries.
This role will involve working evening and weekend shifts, so flexibility is essential. Successful applicants will be subject to a full DBS check.
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