Personal Support Worker

JAYCO Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£12.71 per hour

Permanent position

Full-time

Training and development

Supportive team environment

Career progression

Job summary

JAYCO Recruitment in Newcastle is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for a permanent, full-time position. You will provide person-centred care and support, helping people maintain dignity, independence and wellbeing with a friendly, supportive team.

The role offers training and development, a competitive hourly rate, and clear opportunities for progression within a people-focused environment. You will collaborate with families and professionals, document accurately, and follow care plans.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or support worker role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, respectful and compassionate approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Commitment to high standards of care.
• Ability to follow care plans, policies and procedures.
• Health & Social Care qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality personal and practical support.
• Supporting individuals with daily routines and activities.
• Promoting independence, confidence and choice.
• Providing emotional support and companionship.
• Supporting individuals to access the community and participate in activities.
• Following individual care and support plans.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Working closely with colleagues, families and other professionals.
• Responding appropriately to individual needs and changes in wellbeing.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient and compassionate

Teamwork

Reliability

Care commitment

Education

Health & Social Care qualification (desirable)

Job description

Support Worker – Permanent Position

Full-Time - Newcastle

Are you an experienced Support Worker who is passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care and making a genuine difference in people’s lives?

We are looking for reliable, compassionate and experienced Support Workers to join our friendly team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who already has experience in care or support work and is looking to develop their career within a supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing

As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support, promoting the dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing of the people we support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality personal and practical support
• Supporting individuals with their daily routines and activities
• Promoting independence, confidence and choice
• Providing emotional support and companionship
• Supporting individuals to access the community and participate in activities
• Following individual care and support plans
• Maintaining accurate and confidential records
• Working closely with colleagues, families and other professionals
• Responding appropriately to individual needs and changes in wellbeing

About You

We are looking for candidates who have previous experience working as a Support Worker, Care Worker or in a similar care setting.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in a care or support worker role
• A genuine passion for supporting others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, respectful and compassionate approach
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility
• A commitment to providing high standards of care
• The ability to follow care plans, policies and procedures

Relevant qualifications such as Health & Social Care or a care-related qualification are desirable.

Previous care or support work experience is desirable, but full training and support will be provided.

What We Offer

• £12.71 per hour
• Permanent position
• Full-time
• Training and ongoing professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career progression
• A rewarding role where your experience and skills are valued

Make a Difference Every Day

If you are an experienced and caring Support Worker looking for a permanent position with a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

Location: Newcastle

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Contract: Permanent