Relief Care & Independence Champion - Gateshead

Home Group Limited; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Great benefits

Job summary

Home Group Limited is seeking a Relief Support Worker in Gateshead to help customers live independently and feel valued. The role involves practical support, dignity, and respect, with a focus on empowering individuals and addressing diverse needs.

You will work full-time in a supportive team, covering across services as needed, with base at Watergate Court, Gateshead. Training and ongoing development are provided to enhance your care skills.

Qualifications

• Passion to support customers to live their best lives.
• Experience of caring for others, professionally or personally.
• Ability to work on your own initiative, staying calm and positive under pressure.
• Recognise every customer is different and adopt a flexible, personal approach, listening to understand their needs.
• A Level 2 diploma in Care or equivalent experience (or willing to study towards it)

Responsibilities

• Supporting customers with daily tasks
• Encouraging independence and celebrating wins
• Creating a safe, positive space where dignity and respect come first
• Working collaboratively to empower our customers
• Supporting vulnerable customers

Skills

Caring for others

Customer focus

Calm under pressure

Adaptability

Initiative

Education

Level 2 Care Diploma

Job description

Home Group Limited is seeking a Relief Support Worker in Gateshead to help customers live independently and feel valued. The role involves practical support, dignity, and respect, with a focus on empowering individuals and addressing diverse needs.

You will work full-time in a supportive team, covering across services as needed, with base at Watergate Court, Gateshead. Training and ongoing development are provided to enhance your care skills.