Female Support Worker

Priority Recruitment; Stapleton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above market pay rate

Learning and development programme

Online training courses

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Priority Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Female Support Worker to join a dedicated team supporting an elderly gentleman with a traumatic brain injury in his own home in the Darlington area.

This well-established role requires 24/7 support with 2:1 during the day and 1:1 overnight, focusing on patient, person-centred care to promote safety, independence and quality of life. Part-time shifts are available, with a competitive pay rate of £16.81 PAYE inclusive of holiday pay.

Qualifications

• 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 and on a rota basis

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 support

Skills

Personal care

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job 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 referral

About 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 supportSupporting 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 support

About You

• 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 basis

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 off

There 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.