Details:
- Salary: £16.81 - Hour
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Darlington
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Female Support Worker
Pay Rate: £16.81 PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)
Hours: Part-time – 12 hours per week (8:00am – 20:00pm) – flexible day shifts Monday to Sunday on an ad hoc basis
Job Type: Temp & Temp to Perm
Priority Recruitment is excited to present this rewarding opportunity for an experienced Support Worker in the Darlington area.
Do you share our belief that disability is not a barrier, and that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling life, maintain their independence, and enjoy meaningful experiences? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Salary & Benefits
Above market pay rate: £16.81 PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)
Dedicated learning and development programme
Access to a wide range of free online training courses
Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £500 per referralAbout the Role
We are recruiting for an experienced Support Worker to join a dedicated team supporting an elderly gentleman with a traumatic brain injury in his own home.
This is a well-established package requiring 24/7 support, with 2:1 support during waking hours and 1:1 support overnight. The client has some behaviours that challenge and reduced mobility, requiring patient, person-centred support to promote safety, independence, and quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting with all aspects of personal care
Administration of medication
Meal preparation and nutritional support
Supporting with social activities and community access
Providing meaningful engagement and companionship
Attending appointments and outings
Supporting with mobility and transfers
Working collaboratively as part of a 2:1 support team
Following care plans and risk assessments to ensure safe, consistent supportAbout You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Previous experience supporting adults with complex needs, including brain injury
Experience providing personal care
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A calm, patient, and proactive approach
The ability to work effectively within a team environment
Flexibility to work shifts on a rota basisWhy Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference to someone's day-to-day life while working within a supportive and rewarding care environment. You'll play a key role in helping the client remain engaged, independent, and comfortable within his own home and community.
Apply today for more information – we'd love to hear from you!
Holiday Pay Information
Our advertised PAYE rate includes 12.07% holiday pay. You have full flexibility over how this is paid:
Take it weekly as part of your pay, or
Accrue it separately and use it when you take time offThere is no expiry on accrued holiday pay – it is always available when you need it.
Some of our roles require drivers and male or female employees only. Where indicated, this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010