Female Independent Living Support Worker

Pharmacyupdate; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

Employee discounts

Pension scheme

Job summary

Pharmacyupdate is seeking Female Independent Living Support Workers to support residents in a small service at Forest Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne. The role is temporary to permanent with a salary of 26,064 per annum and a 28-day leave entitlement.

You will provide person-centred care, promote independence and help individuals enjoy fulfilling lives, following tailored care plans for 10 self-contained bungalows.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and reliable attitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Flexibility to work day shifts and waking nights on a rota.
• Ability to travel to Forest Hall.
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Pension scheme and loyalty awards.
• Full induction and ongoing training.
• Employee wellbeing and counselling support.
• Blue Light Card and employee discounts.
• Enhanced DBS, relevant barring checks and satisfactory references required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Support medication, meal preparation and moving and handling.
• Help with appointments, shopping and activities.
• Encourage independence, choice and wellbeing.
• Follow individual care and support plans.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Travel to Forest Hall

Job description

Pharmacyupdate is seeking Female Independent Living Support Workers to support residents in a small service at Forest Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne. The role is temporary to permanent with a salary of 26,064 per annum and a 28-day leave entitlement.

You will provide person-centred care, promote independence and help individuals enjoy fulfilling lives, following tailored care plans for 10 self-contained bungalows.