Support Worker

Job summary

Northumberland County Councils (NCC) vision is Land of Great Opportunities, for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.

Wansbeck Supported Living Service is looking for a female Support Worker to join the team on a full time, permanent basis. We are looking for someone who is caring, compassionate, and considerate. If you this is you, then we want to hear from you!

Please note this post has a genuine occupational requirement for a specific gender to be appointed due to the nature of the duties and the client(s) involved.

At Wansbeck Supported Living Service, we empower adults with learning disabilities and personality disorders, some of whom may display behaviours of concern, to live independently in their own homes and lead fulfilling, meaningful lives.

Main duties of the job

What We DoWe are a CQC registered service, with ambition to achieve an outstanding rating, which provides 24/7 person centred support, ensuring each individual is able to thrive and live a life they choose. Our work includes:

• Supporting with personal care and daily living tasks
• Helping with meal planning and dietary needs
• Encouraging participation in fun activities
• Promoting community access, social time and new experiences
• Helping service usersstay connected with their family and friends
• Creating opportunities for independence, confidence and joy

Every day is different, and every day you make a difference.

Who Were Looking ForIf you are caring, compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting others, we would love to hear from you.

You should have:

• Experience in a care setting (ideally with individuals with learning disabilities and behaviours of concern)
• Flexibility to work a 14 week rolling rota - including early, late and night shifts, along with 3 x12 hour shifts
• A desire to develop your skills and grow within a supportive team

It would also be great if you:

• Hold an NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Have a full UK driving licence

This role is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

For further information about this vacancy, please contact Linda Ait Lahcen, Service Manager on 01670 823831 for an informal chat.

About us

Why choose us?We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:

• A genuinely supportive, friendly team
• Opportunities to develop professionally with further training
• A workplace where no two days are the same
• The chance to make a positive, lasting impact on peoples lives
• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

Make a Real Difference. Build a Meaningful Career. Be Part of Something Outstanding.