Personal Support Worker

Positive Outcome Recruitment; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Huddersfield is seeking a Part-Time Support Worker to assist a 14-year-old with cerebral palsy and other complexities. This rewarding role involves engaging the young person in daily activities, supporting personal needs, and promoting independence. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience with complex conditions, with hours averaging 25-30 weekly, including weekends.

Benefits

£14.27 per hour on weekdays

£15.53 per hour on weekends

Opportunity for overtime

Training and induction provided

Meaningful difference in a young person's life

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license required.
• Experience with young people having complex conditions preferred.
• Ability to adapt to varying routines is essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage in social activities with the young person.
• Promote independence and support daily routines.
• Assist with personal care and dietary requirements.
• Support with physiotherapy exercises under guidance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Respect for confidentiality

Patience and sense of humour

Independent work capability

Job description

Part-Time Support Worker / Personal Assistant job vacancy Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

Benefits:

• £14.27 per hour on weekdays, £15.53 per hour on weekends, Sleep over rate £12.21 per hour.
• Average of 25 - 30 hours per week inc 2 Sleep Overs per week and 1 alternate weekend day shift plus overtime as and when required.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a young person's life.
• Training, supervision, and induction provided by the employer.
• Work in a rewarding role that supports social and personal development.

Employer:
This is a direct employment opportunity with a young person who has complex health needs and requires one-to-one support within his own home and out in the community. Positive Outcome Recruitment has been selected as the recruitment partner to help find the most suitable Support Worker candidate for this rewarding opportunity.

Duties:
The role involves working with an 14 year old Boy who has cerebral palsy, epilepsy, a severe learning disability is non verbal. He has a great sense of humour and is adventurous, you will support him in his day to day family and personal life.

· Engaging in social activities with family and friends.

• Encouraging and promoting independence where possible.
• Support with travel and on holidays
• Assisting with personal care routines as required.
• Support dietary requirements with PEG feeding.
• Performing physiotherapy exercises under guidance.
• Work alongside the existing MDT and other Support Workers.
• Other light domestic chores as requested

Criteria:

• Full UK driving License.
• Experience working with young people with complex conditions.
• Strong communication skills and good at building positive relationships.
• Respectful of confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Patient, fun, and with a good sense of humour.
• Able to work independently and adapt to varying routines.

How to Apply:
If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a fulfilling and flexible part-time role in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, we'd love to hear from you. Positive Outcome Recruitment are managing this vacancy on behalf of the employer. Please apply by submitting your CV and a short cover note outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in the role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps.

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