Support Worker - British Sign Language / BSL

Additional Resources Ltd.; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Wellbeing support

Contributory Pension Scheme

Induction and ongoing training

Access to Blue Light Card

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Loyalty awards starting at 2 years'

Nexus Travel Corporate Pop Card

Job summary

Additional Resources Ltd. is seeking a Support Worker to join a respected charitable organisation supporting individuals with disabilities and additional needs. You will provide practical and personal care to help people maintain independence and participate in everyday activities.

This full-time role (part-time considered) offers salary of £30,170 per annum (£15.60 per hour) and benefits. You will work flexibly across day and night shifts and collaborate with families and health professionals

Qualifications

• Valid British Sign Language qualification.
• Flexibility to work days and nights.
• Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to provide personal care and support behaviours of concern.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily activities, personal care and independent living.
• Promote social inclusion, community participation and personal development.
• Administer medication and follow care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding.
• Maintain accurate care records and report incidents promptly.
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals and other services.
• Accompany individuals on outings and maintain health, safety and hygiene.
• Support colleagues and ensure high-quality care.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Flexibility

Lone working

Personal care

Education

BSL qualification

Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Support Worker to join a respected charitable organisation supporting individuals with disabilities and additional needs.

As a Support Worker, you will provide practical and personal care, enabling individuals to maintain independence, make choices and participate in everyday activities.

This full-time role (part-time will be considered) offers salary of £30,170 per annum (£15.60 per hour) and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with daily activities, personal care and independent living.
• Promoting social inclusion, community participation and personal development.
• Administering medication and following care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting incidents promptly.
• Liaising with families, healthcare professionals and other relevant services.
• Accompanying individuals on outings and maintaining health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Supporting colleagues and ensuring consistent, high-quality care.
• Performing other duties as required.

What we are looking for

• A valid British Sign Language (BSL) qualification.
• Must be flexible to work both days and nights.
• Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Comfortable with lone working, providing personal care and supporting individuals with behaviours of concern, epilepsy and dysphagia, training will be provided.
• Willingness to accompany individuals to day services and activities and provide support at home.
• Right to work in the UK.

The candidates from the following background will be considered

• BSL Support Worker, Support Worker, Keyworker, Care worker, Care Assistant, Supported Living Worker, Care Assistant, Support Practitioner, Care Practitioner, Care Worker, Caregiver or in a similar role.

Whats on offer

• Competitive salary
• 28 days holiday
• Wellbeing support
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Induction and ongoing training
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Loyalty awards starting at 2 years' service
• Access to discounted Nexus Travel Corporate Pop Card

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