Support Worker *Female Only*

Randstad Care AS; Newcastle upon Tyne; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 21 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Home Group is seeking a Female Support Worker to empower clients in independent living and housing support. This Level 2 role focuses on person-centred support, helping service users with daily tasks and developing life skills.

You will work on a temporary part-time basis, with flexible shifts and a 24-hour rota, within a multi-disciplinary team to promote safety, dignity, and progress toward independence.

Qualifications

• Female candidate
• Previous experience providing support to vulnerable individuals
• Knowledge of housing issues and residential housing management desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to remain calm and professional
• Proven ability to motivate others and cope with challenging behaviour
• Basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills for admin recording
• Flexible part-time hours including 24-hour rota and lone working
• Commitment to equality, diversity and integrity

Responsabilités

• Provide flexible, person-centred support in line with individual support and safety plans
• Assist with daily living tasks, including meal planning and healthy eating guidance
• Help clients develop life skills such as budgeting, welfare benefits, education and employment
• Manage housing duties including tenancy sign-ups, rent collection, inspections, and anti-social behaviour
• Identify risk, implement safeguarding procedures and liaise with external agencies
• Maintain records and support planning reviews with the coordinator
• Administer medication per policies and procedures
• Engage in community activities to build social networks

Connaissances

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Numeracy

Literacy

IT skills

Description du poste

Support Worker (Level 2) - Independent Living & Housing (Female Only)

Are you passionate about empowering others to achieve their goals? Home Group is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Female Support Worker to join our team on a temporary part-time basis. In this role, you will work in a person-centred way with clients, families, and young people, providing the practical and emotional support needed to help them transition toward independent living.

Occupational Requirement: This position is open to female applicants only. Due to the nature of the support required and the needs of our service users, being female is considered a genuine occupational requirement for this role under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

What We Offer

• A rewarding role where you directly contribute to improving the lives of our service users.

• Opportunities for professional development within a supportive, multi-disciplinary team.

• Shift Patterns: Flexible part-time shifts across Monday-Sunday (Days & Nights available)

• Salary: £13.45 (PAYE)

• Contract: Temporary Part-Time

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible, person-centred support in line with individual support and safety plans.

• Assist with daily living tasks, including meal planning, healthy eating support, and practical cooking guidance.

• Empower clients to develop life skills, including budgeting, welfare benefit claims, education, and employment opportunities.

• Manage housing duties, including tenancy sign-ups, rent collection, property inspections, and resolving low-level anti-social behaviour.

• Identify risk, implement safeguarding procedures, and act as a point of contact for external agencies.

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to support planning reviews with the support coordinator.

• Administer medication in accordance with Home Group's strict policies and procedures.

• Engage in community-based activities to build social networks and foster independence.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Female candidate

• Previous experience providing support to vulnerable individuals.

• Knowledge of housing issues and experience with residential housing management is desirable.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain professional boundaries.

• Proven ability to motivate others and cope with challenging behaviour or resistance.

• Basic proficiency in numeracy, literacy, and IT skills for administrative recording.

• Ability to work flexible part-time hours, including participation in a 24-hour rota and lone working.

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and professional integrity.

Company Description

Home Group is a leading provider of housing and support services. We are committed to helping people live independently by providing high-quality support tailored to individual needs. We value diversity, integrity, and a person-centred approach, ensuring that our service users are at the heart of every decision we make.