Peripatetic Support Assistant Evenings only

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in the UK seeks a caring Support Assistant to help individuals live independently. This role involves part-time work on a 2-week rolling rota, including evenings and weekends, with training and support provided for career development. Successful candidates will receive competitive pay, enhanced rates for unsocial hours, and benefits like a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Enhanced pay for unsocial hours

Comprehensive training program

Discounted public transport

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing coaching

Discounts at leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a proficient level of spoken English.
• Full training provided after probation.
• Level 2 in Health & Social Care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to remain in their own homes.
• Promote independence and person-centred care.
• Collaborate with professionals and agencies.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Team collaboration

Respectful treatment of individuals

Education

GCSE Grades D in Maths and English

Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English

Job description

Overview

Are you caring, compassionate, and friendly? Do you want to help others live independently with dignity, choice, and respect? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We're looking for a dedicated Support Assistant to join our Peripatetic Service at Sherwood Court, Wakefield. This vital service operates 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year, delivering high-quality care to people in their own homes.

About the Role

The post is for 24.50 hours per week. You\'ll work on a 2-week rolling Rota, including:

• Evening shifts: 15:00 - 23:00
• Weekends and bank holidays (enhanced pay rates apply)

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals to remain in their own homes
• Promoting independence and person-centred care
• Working collaboratively with professionals and agencies
• Treating every person with dignity and respect

Qualifications & Requirements

Essential:

• GCSE Grades D in Maths and English or
• Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English

Desirable (but not required):

• Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Don\'t have the Level 2 qualification? We\'ll provide full training and fund your qualification after successful completion of your probation period.

We’ll Support You With

• A comprehensive induction program
• Full training to deliver high standards of care
• Funded qualification upon successful completion of your probation period

Why Wakefield Council

• Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
• Support and access to high-quality training programmes to progress your career to the next level
• Regular one-to-one meetings and strong support for your personal development
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership
• Access to Wellbeing Coaching if required, Support for Carers, a Sense of Belonging
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard)
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more

Important Information

• This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016.
• Applicants must demonstrate a proficient level of spoken English, as outlined in the job specification.
• Please read the guidance on the Council\'s website before completing your application.
• You must meet all essential criteria to be shortlisted.

You must have the right to work in the UK and provide evidence at interview.

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Debbie Seaman.

Tel: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.