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Location

Darlington, County Durham | United Kingdom

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Job description

At Lindisfarne we provide 24-hour care and support people with physical disabilities. Our aim is to make sure this is not just a place to live but is a home, and the people living here are encouraged and enabled to make their own choices and decisions in as many aspects of their lives as they can and wish to.

The charity is seeking to add to our existing Support Workers (bank, full time and part time) to assist in providing 24-hour care and support to adults with learning and physical disabilities. The role of the Support Worker is to enable each person using the service to lead a fulfilling and independent life according to individual needs and choices.

Essential Criteria:

An ability to demonstrate the core values of the Charity
NVQ2 in care (or willingness to attain)
Ability to respond to guidance and direction
Experience of working with vulnerable adults
Experience of developing personal care plans
Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
Able to provide personal care
Able to work flexible hours and sleep-ins
Participate where necessary in social activities, outings/holidays with people using the service
Maintain confidentiality, honesty, and reliability
Non-discriminatory and respect for cultural and religious heritage of all people

Benefits and Rewards:

Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro-rata) including bank and public holidays
Employee Assistance Programme
Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
Health Cash Plan
Bike to Work Scheme
We are an equal opportunities employer
Excellent training and development opportunities

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Salary

£11.01 per hour