Orbis Support are an employee-owned supported living organisation who specialise in providing bespoke packages of support to people with learning disabilities and complex needs who wish to live in the community in their own home. Orbis primarily supports adults and young people with learning disabilities, autism, behaviour that challenges, enduring mental health difficulties and physical disabilities.
We are currently recruiting a Part Time (27 hours per week) Female Support Worker to join our team in the East Denton area of Newcastle (This post has a “genuine occupational requirement” covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 & therefore only female applicants will be considered)
If you believe you have the following then we want to hear from you -
- Positive attitude, good value base and levels of empathy
- Natural ability to form positive relationships
- Caring, understandingand imaginative
- Willingness to go the extra mile and committed to the rights of the people we support
- Be resourceful and willing to learn
- Good communication skills
This role is subject to Enhanced DBS check
We are looking to recruit Healthcare Support Workers full time to provide support, to two ladies with complex health needs.
Essentially the right person would need some moving & handling experience and & driving licence. Preferred experience and knowledge of BSL, peg feeding, suction, catheter care & personal care.
Benefits -
- Friend referral scheme with cash bonus payable
- £500 for every employee upon the completion of 6 months service
- Enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays
- Extra day of holiday after 5 years of service
- Monthly prize draw giveaway of a voucher to the value of£25
- Become a partner to our employee-owned trust after 1 year of service + be eligible for annual bonuses + sick pay scheme
- Smart Health wellbeing services
- Funded social events for team building and staff engagement
- Holiday pay includes an average of sleep shifts and overtime
- Progression and career opportunities
This role will involves providing 24 hr support including weekends, evenings & nights –we pay £14.20 per hour & £120 for sleep in’s, £10 enhancement on waking nights
Some of the key responsibilities include -
- Encourage development for life skills in relation to domestic task, social activities, money management & relations as appropriate to the individual.
- Provide personal care to maintain high standards of person hygiene.
- To provide stimulating activities to ensure the person being supported has a full & stimulating life, ensuring that the service provided reflects their views and wishes.
- To fully act in accordance with Orbis Support’s Policies & Procedures & Systems.
- Record & inform senior staff of any changes observed in physical health or behaviour & assist with any necessary action in emergencies or where changes require medical attention.
- Update documentation and daily records & follow support plan.
- Liaise as required with families, carer’s advocate & professionals involved in supporting people.
- Comply with all the legal responsibilities under Health & Safety legislation.
- Carry out house administration duties as required.
- Co-operate with & participate positively in staff activities & duties, including staff meetings, supervision session’s performance & reviews.
- Attend training sessions.
Orbis Support Ltd are dedicated to providing support that is flexible & responsive to changing needs & the responsibilities detailed above may vary within the job role.
This role requires enhanced DBS check
This role is not open for Visa Sponsorship
Female Support Worker in Newcastle West employer: Orbis Support
As a leading supported living organisation in Rowland's Gill, we pride ourselves on fostering a compassionate and inclusive work culture that empowers our Support Workers to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and Autism. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our tailored training programmes and supportive environment, ensuring that every team member can thrive both personally and professionally while enjoying the unique advantage of working within a close-knit community.
