Personal Support Worker

JAYCO Recruitment; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Full-time role

Training and development

Job summary

JAYCO Recruitment is seeking an experienced Support Worker for a permanent, full-time role in Middlesbrough. You will provide person-centred care, supporting dignity, independence and wellbeing of the people we support.

Join a friendly team and receive training and ongoing development. You will work closely with colleagues, families and other professionals to deliver high-quality care and make a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Prev. experience as a Support Worker or in a similar care role.
• Commitment to person-centred care and high standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, patient and compassionate with the ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to follow care plans and procedures.
• Desirable Health & Social Care qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality personal and practical support.
• Assist with daily routines and activities.
• Promote independence, confidence and choice.
• Offer emotional support and companionship.
• Support community access and activities.
• Follow care plans and maintain records.
• Collaborate with families and other professionals.
• Respond to changes in wellbeing.

Skills

Care experience

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Person-centred care

Education

Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Support Worker – Permanent Position

Full-Time - Middlesbrough

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

Location: Middlesbrough

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Contract: Permanent