** Please be advised that this position does not offer UK Visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application **
This position has a “genuine occupational requirement” covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975, and we can only accept applications from female applicants.
Vacancy Job Title; Specialist Support Worker
Vacancy Location; Gateshead (NE9)
Salary; £12.82 per hour
Number of hours available; 18 hours
Shift pattern available;
· We require the new team member to work 3 shifts across the below shift pattern:
· Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - 15:30 to 21:30
· Friday - 17:00 to 23:00
Role Specific Information
We are seeking caring, committed and enthusiastic Support Workers to join a dedicated 2:1 support team for a young person with complex clinical and personal care needs, living at home with his family.
The young person we support requires assistance both within his family home and when accessing the community. He has a PEG for nutrition and medication administration, Epilepsy which presents as drop seizures, and is registered blind, therefore requiring guidance and reassurance when mobilising.
Previous clinical experience is welcomed but not essential, as full specialist training and ongoing competency support will be provided by our Registered Nurse. What is most important to us is finding people with the right values, attitude and willingness to learn.
This is a highly rewarding role where you will play an important part in supporting a young person to live a safe, fulfilling and enjoyable life. The role involves supporting with daily routines, personal care, social activities, communication, and helping to promote independence and confidence in a way that is meaningful to him.
Due to the nature of the support provided, you will always work alongside another experienced member of staff as part of a 2:1 team. We are therefore looking for individuals who communicate well, work collaboratively and can build positive, professional relationships with both colleagues and family members.
Who We’re Looking For
For this role, your values, approach and personality are just as important as your experience. We are looking for someone who is:
- Compassionate, patient and calm in their approach to supporting others.
- Comfortable supporting individuals with complex health and care needs.
- Reliable and professional, with a genuine commitment to providing high-quality care.
- Confident working closely within a small team and family environment.
- Observant and responsive, particularly within situations involving seizures or changes in wellbeing.
- Encouraging and positive, with a focus on enabling the young person to enjoy life and access meaningful experiences.
- Willing to learn new clinical skills and follow guidance from healthcare professionals.
At interview, we will explore whether the following values are important to you:
- Making a positive difference – you understand that even small actions can have a meaningful impact on somebody’s life.
- Taking pride in your work – you are committed to delivering safe, person-centred and high-quality support.
- Building relationships – you enjoy getting to know people, understanding their interests, routines and goals, and building respectful, trusting relationships.
- Working with empathy and dignity – you recognise the importance of supporting people in a way that promotes choice, independence and respect at all times.
What benefits will you receive?
- A flexible contract that works for you.
- Paid Annual Leave; 5.6 weeks annual leave (FTE, pro rota for Part Time) if you are on a fixed hours contract or, for those who choose our flexible zero hour contract, you will accrue12.07% on all hours worked. Funds can be drawn at your discretion.
- Training, Mentoring and Shadowing programmes; inhouse with our own RGN, Occupational Therapist and trained Psychologists
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Colleague Referral Scheme - £200 incentive bonus (T&C’s apply)
- FlexEarn; which is a simple and safe way of accessing the wages you’ve already earned
- Blue Light discount card; giving you BIG discounts at major retailers
- Employee of the month scheme; winners receive a monetary voucher
Who are Keyfort Group? Keyfort Group deliver packages of care and support to individuals with a range of conditions and disabilities. Our support is person-centred, we only work with people if we think we can provide great care not based on their disability. We have experience of working with people with a brain injury, neurological condition, learning disabilities, spinal injuries, physical and mental health needs.
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
KEYFORT Group is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, communities and lived experiences, including those from under-represented groups.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and employment, to ensure everyone can perform at their best.
Next Stage
All applications will be assessed against the role requirements. Candidates who are successful at this stage will be invited to share their interview availability. If you have not heard from us within 7 days of the advert closing date, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been successful.
Pay: £12.82 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- This position has a “genuine occupational requirement” covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975, and we can only accept applications from female applicants. Please confirm your gender.
- VISA Type
If you require a legal right to work in the UK, this must be; Dependant Visa, Leave to Remain, Graduate or a Spouse/Partner Visa. We are not able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) at this time and, we are unable to set up interviews for those working on a Sponsorship-Restricted Working Visa. Please confirm your visa type.
Work Location: In person
