Independent Living Support Worker

Pin Point Healthcare; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded BSL Level 1 training

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Full induction and ongoing specialist–

Employee wellbeing and counselling

Blue Light Card and discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted travel

Job summary

Pin Point Healthcare is seeking an Independent Living Support Worker to assist two young adults with additional needs in their own home in Newcastle upon Tyne. You will provide person-centred care, promote independence, and help develop confidence and communication skills.

Training for BSL Level 1 is provided, with no prior BSL qualification required. The role involves personal care, daily living support, and working to support autism and complex needs, following care plans and collaborating

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and reliable attitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to complete BSL Level 1 training.
• Understanding of autism and complex needs is desirable.
• Flexibility to work day shifts and waking nights.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support.
• Encourage independence, choice and personal development.
• Support social activities and community involvement.
• Develop communication skills through British Sign Language.
• Support individuals with autism and complex needs.
• Follow Positive Behaviour Support strategies and individual care plans.
• Work alongside colleagues and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Personal care

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Location: Spital Tongues, Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £30,179 per annum (£15.69 per hour)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time and part-time available

About the Role

We are recruiting a compassionate and enthusiastic Independent Living Support Worker to support two young adults with additional needs in their own home.
You will provide person-centred care, promote independence and help individuals develop confidence, communication skills and enjoy fulfilling lives.
No British Sign Language (BSL) qualification is required – full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support.


• Encourage independence, choice and personal development.


• Support social activities and community involvement.


• Develop communication skills through British Sign Language.


• Support individuals with autism and complex needs.


• Follow Positive Behaviour Support strategies and individual care plans.


• Work alongside colleagues and healthcare professionals.

Requirements

• Caring, patient and reliable attitude.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.


• Willingness to complete BSL Level 1 training.


• Understanding of autism and complex needs is desirable.


• Flexibility to work day shifts and waking nights.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Fully funded BSL Level 1 training (approximately 20 weeks, Thursday mornings).


• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays (pro rata).


• Pension scheme and loyalty awards.


• Full induction and ongoing specialist training.


• Employee wellbeing and counselling support.


• Blue Light Card and employee discounts.


• Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted travel.

Permanent position – full-time and part-time hours available, with day shifts and waking nights on a rota.

Important Information

• No visa sponsorship available.


• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.


• Enhanced DBS and satisfactory references required.