Support Worker - Ref: SOLOTKT

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Position Title: Support Worker

Location: Newcastle- under- Lyme

Hourly Rate: £12.50 per hour

Hours Per Week: Part-time position 6 hours per week on Sundays, and cover for holidays

Vacancy Type: Permanent 

Job Reference: SOLOTKT

Closing Date: 5 November

ABOUT THE ROLE 

I am 31-year-old man looking for the right people to join my dedicated established team, so I am able to live life and have different opportunities. I live at home with my Mum and my beloved dog Luna. I love being surrounded by my family. I have an interest in wrestling and really love everything about WWE, I am an avid fan! I communicate with Picture Exchange (PECs) and require people to be able to help me navigate the world. I'm looking for individuals to support me with all aspects of daily living, support my communication, and very importantly assist me on activities. 

I require my team to support me with moving and assisting, I am unsteady on my feet and require two people with me wherever I go. I need support in continence care, and personal care as well as team members to support me with epilepsy medication. However, this has not been needed for some time now. I need full support with pushing me around in my wheelchair whilst out and about. 

ABOUT YOU 

Someone with a caring friendly, nature, reliable and trustworthy working alongside my family and team. We also ask that you are a driver and have access to a vehicle. Car drivers with a full, clean driving license are essential, and candidates must meet the requirements for motor insurance purposes. 

Experience in care and support is preferred. 

BENEFITS 

In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive rate of pay in addition to: 

5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions). 

Company pension scheme after 3 months’ service, subject to the scheme rules. 

Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan, after successful completion of the probation period. 

Free training and development for all roles. 

Access to wellbeing and support tools. ‘Star of the Month’ rewards and ‘Long Service Awards’. 

And so much more! 

SAFER RECRUITMENT 

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of two satisfactory references (see our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information). 

SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT 

Solo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We will actively promote the safety, health and well-being of everyone in our care by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate within the organisation. We believe that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. 

HOW TO APPLY 

If you are interested in applying for the position, please send a covering letter and your CV to office-south@solosupportservices.co.uk 

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and promote accessibility and inclusivity for all. Solo Support Services is committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and suitability for the role irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. Our organisation is committed to treating your application fairly on these grounds. 

Please be advised that decisions regarding applications and employment are made in conjunction with our client. Therefore, applications will be shared with them for consideration. We will anonymise all information provided to us to ensure your data is kept confidential prior to an offer of interview. You can view our privacy policy on our website: www.solosupportservices.co.uk/aboutus