Independent Living Support Worker - Nights

Percy Hedley Foundation; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

The Percy Hedley Foundation is looking for an Independent Living Support Worker to support individuals with learning and physical disabilities in Newcastle. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of residents through personalized support and assistance with daily living tasks.

Benefits

Access to a rewards scheme designed for shopping

Contributory Pension Scheme

Induction and ongoing training

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing support, including occupational health

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, positive, and genuinely motivated to help people achieve their goals.
• Flexible and organized, skilled in working with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and attending health appointments.
• Support individuals to live independently and engage in social activities.

Skills

Nursing Home Experience

Developmental Disabilities Experience

Direct Support

Caregiving

Case Management

Special Needs

Training & Development

Experience with Children

Addiction Counseling

Education

Relevant years of experience in care

Job description

Independent Living Support Worker Nights

Who We Are

The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person-centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide.

We work towards excellence every day, and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support. Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual, making it easier to live, learn, and be part of a world adapting to change.

The Role

Location: Ferndene Forest Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 9NQ

We are looking to appoint a new team of Independent Living Support Workers. This is an exciting opportunity to help build our ISL Provision and provide excellent support.

Ferndene comprises 9 self-contained bungalows with staff facilities, gardens, and parking. The residents require assistance throughout the day to enable them to lead fulfilling lives.

Our Independent Supported Living schemes are homes for individuals with learning disabilities and/or physical disabilities who need support with daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, organizing social activities, attending health appointments, and living as independently as possible.

You will need to be enthusiastic, positive, and genuinely motivated to help people achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

We seek a great team player who is flexible, organized, and skilled in working with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest level of care for the people we support. The ability to adapt and respond to evolving situations with a person-centred approach is essential for this independent living scheme.

We welcome all applications and would love to hear from you. Please click here for the detailed job description.

Why Work for Us

At Percy Hedley, we encourage career development and progression. We offer a comprehensive training programme and development opportunities across the wider Foundation.

Benefits include:

• Access to a rewards scheme designed for shopping
• Contributory Pension Scheme (contributions can be matched up to 5%)
• Induction and ongoing training
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellbeing support, including occupational health, physiotherapy, and counselling services

For more information on our benefits, please click here.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, barring checks, and other employment clearances such as references, in line with regulatory requirements.

This position involves working directly with children and/or vulnerable adults and is classified as a regulated activity. All shortlisted candidates will need to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview, and all candidates will undergo an online background check.

It is an offence to apply if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The Percy Hedley Foundation reserves the right to respond appropriately.

As a Disability Confident employer, registered and accredited by the scheme, we encourage all applications. Please contact us if you need guidance or support with your application.

Please review our vulnerable adults protection policy via the provided link.

The vacancy will be closed once a suitable candidate has been appointed.

Key Skills

Nursing Home Experience, Developmental Disabilities Experience, Direct Support, Computer Operation, Caregiving, Case Management, Special Needs, Training & Development, Child Protective Services, Experience with Children, Word Processing, Addiction Counseling

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: Relevant years of experience required

Vacancy: 1