At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist a young lady with Cerebral Palsy in daily living and community activities.
- Company: Join an established team of 8 support workers in Newcastle upon Tyne.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6 weeks holiday per year, sick pay, and a pension after probation.
- Other info: This role is exclusively for women due to personal care requirements.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact by supporting independence for someone with Cerebral Palsy.
- Qualifications: Experience with PEG feeding or hoisting is advantageous but not required.
The predicted salary is between 13.32 - 13.32 £ per hour.
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Hours of work:
- Evenings: 16:00 – 21:00, 5 hour shifts Weds, Thurs or Fri
- Weekends: 09:00 – 21:00, 12 hour shifts Saturday or Sunday
Rate of pay:
- Evenings: £13.32 per hour
- Weekends: £13.79 per hour
We are seeking reliable, enthusiastic, and proactive Support Workers to assist an independent young lady with Cerebral Palsy to live her best life both at home and in the community. We are offering the right person a long term and permanent position subject to satisfactorily completing a probationary period.
You will be working in an established team of 8 support workers and will always be working with another member of the team on a 2:1 basis. You will provide support to maximise independence both at home and in the community. Knowledge or experience of working with someone with Cerebral Palsy or PEG experience is an advantage but is not essential as full training will be given.
Duties will include assisting with meals, both orally and via PEG, bathing, personal care, administering medication and various domestic duties. Knowledge of hoisting and using slings is required.
A Motability car is available for trips out on weekends and for holidays. This position is open to women only as the role includes providing personal care – GOC rules apply. We are offering both full and part time hours.
Benefits include:
- Contracted hours after probation period completed
- Holiday and Sick Pay
- Pension
- Paid Breaks
- 6 weeks holiday/year – pro rata
Full driving licence preferred but not essential. Current DBS essential. This post is subject to references and satisfactory DBS checks. There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4. At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.
Female Personal Assistant – VANCL in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: £14.50 per hour
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, this role offers contracted hours post-probation, holiday pay, and a supportive team environment. The mission focuses on enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, ensuring they live independently and fully engage in their communities.
