Male Support Worker

Job Location	Westerhope
Education	Not Mentioned
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Job Type	Temporary, part-time

Job Description

Role: Male Support Worker - Driver required.Salary: £8.72 per hour plus excellent benefitsLocation: Westerhope, NewcastleAre you looking for a role with great job satisfaction Are you passionate about supporting people with disabilitiesFind out more about us hereMale Applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 - Section 9 - Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirementUnited Response is a leading national charity providing support to young people and adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs, we believe in championing the right of disabled people to live, work, socialise and participate in the community, free of discrimination and unnecessary boundaries.What will you be doingOur aim is to give the people you will be supporting as much control over their own lives as possible which means that your role will be really varied and extremely rewarding. You may be involved in supporting people with the following activities:

Cooking and cleaning

Elements of personal care

Managing finances

Accompanying PWS in their mobility vehicles (driving licence required)

Attending Drs/ hospital appointments or supporting with medication

About youWe welcome people from all walks of life to apply for a job with us. Experience isn’t required as full training is provided, however, you should be able to demonstrate you are able to show genuine compassion and integrity - treating people with dignity and respect is essential.You will also be able to work independently, on a 1:1 basis and as part of a team, understanding that each person has their own unique needs, and understand that at times there can be behaviour that is challenging.For this service having a driving licence is essential as you will be responsible for accompanying the people we support in their own vehicles.In return for your hard work you will receive first class training plus the following:

20 days paid annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata for part time), which increases after 3 and 5 years’ service

Pension contribution

Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling and advice services

Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications

Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)

Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers

Please note this role will include elements of weekend work and waking nights so flexibility is essential.Successful applicants will also be subject to a full DBS check.

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