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Male Support Worker - 40 hours per week
We have a vacancy in our service in North Tyneside, where we support a young man with challenging behaviour and autism. He is non verbal but does understand what is being said and he can communicate via makaton (training provided) and verbal sounds. He is a very loving person that enjoys the simple things in life such as his crispy cake and a trip out for his ice cream.
His family are very important and are an integral part of his life and care.
We are looking for a man with experience who can join his current team, to ensure he lives the best life possible and can be actively involved in his local community.
Flexible Support Options Ltd is a provider of high-quality support and our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Our care professionals, aim to deliver a service that we would be happy for our family and loved ones to receive, and we aim to support our customers to maintain their independence and lifestyle by providing the highest quality support.
The preferred candidates will have experience of supporting people with complex needs, though this is not essential as full training will be provided for people with the right attitude and values.
You will work as part of team at all times and support clients accessing our purpose build six bed unit.
People are depending on you so you must be reliable and responsible. You will need to work flexibly over a 7 day period. The role will include evening, weekend and overnight work, both waking and sleeping shifts.
In return for your hard work we offer you a rewarding and satisfying role, personal achievement with the opportunity to develop your skills and career.
Benefits of this position:
Competitive hourly wage £13.30
Competitive sleep in rate of £60
To work in a small geographical area.
All training provided.
Induction Buddy/Mentor pairing.
4 weekly pay.
Recommend a friend bonus
Paid Milage
Career progression opportunities.
Paid holiday
We are looking to employ a full time staff member.
All applicants will require a satisfactory enhanced DBS and references
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order)1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Gender is considered to be genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 9 Equality Act 2010.
Pay: £13.30 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Referral programme
- Store discounts
Ability to commute/relocate:
- North Tyneside, Tyne and Wear: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
