Support Worker

TeacherActive Ltd; Newcastle; Presencial; AUD 52.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Newcastle, NSW, Australia, to help young adults with complex learning difficulties develop independence and life skills. The role is permanent with both full-time and part-time opportunities, based in a community centre and local activities.

The ideal candidate will have experience in person-centred care, strong communication, and a patient, enthusiastic attitude to support daily living and personal development in a supportive team

Formación

• Relevant Health and Social Care qualification would be desirable.
• Experience supporting young adults with complex learning difficulties or additional needs.
• An understanding of person-centred care and promoting independence.
• Confidence supporting individuals with community activities and preparing for adulthood skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a patient, caring approach.
• A positive, flexible and enthusiastic attitude towards supporting young adults.

Responsabilidades

• Support young adults with complex learning difficulties through community activities, practical life skills and everyday experiences, encouraging independence, social interaction and personal development.
• Work in a community centre and across the local community to provide opportunities for skill development.

Conocimientos

Experience with young adults with LD

Person-centred care

Excellent communication

Patient and caring

Flexible and enthusiastic

Educación

Health and Social Care qualification (desirable)

Descripción del empleo

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time and Part-Time

Are you a passionate Support Worker who enjoys making a positive difference in the lives of young adults with complex learning difficulties?

Do you have experience supporting individuals to develop their independence and essential life skills?

Are you patient, enthusiastic and committed to helping young adults achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a community-based social care provider in Newcastle, who are looking to appoint a dedicated Support Worker. The setting operates from a community centre and across the local community, providing young adults with complex learning difficulties the opportunity to develop their confidence, independence and essential skills in preparation for adulthood.

The provider is looking to take on a Support Worker on a permanent basis, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available for an immediate start. The successful Support Worker will support young adults with complex learning difficulties through community activities, practical life skills and everyday experiences, encouraging independence, social interaction and personal development.

The successful Support Worker will have:

• A relevant Health and Social Care qualification would be desirable
• Experience supporting young adults with complex learning difficulties or additional needs
• An understanding of person-centred care and promoting independence
• Confidence supporting individuals with community activities and preparing for adulthood skills
• Excellent communication skills and a patient, caring approach
• A positive, flexible and enthusiastic attitude towards supporting young adults

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A permanent position with full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Internal rewards and recognition opportunities
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young adults
• A dedicated TeacherActive consultant to support you throughout the recruitment process

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.