Personal Assistant (Support Worker)

Salary: £15/hour

Location: Newcastle

Work hours: Part time, full time

Shift pattern: Hours are flexible however package requires Mondays and Tuesdays, 9:30am - 3:30pm (hours may increase as required)

Are you an experienced and compassionate Personal Assistant/Support Worker with a minimum of 6-months UK based healthcare experience working in the field of Acquired Brain Injury?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team in Newcastle!

About the role

We are recruiting on behalf of Yorkshire Community Healthcare who are looking for an experienced Support Worker with a compassionate and caring nature, ideally with experience in working in the field of ABI however full training and support will be provided to the right person.

What you'll be doing:

Encourage the client's active lifestyle including gym visits and dog walking
Accompany client to medical appointments
Assistance with budgeting and shopping
Provide guidance and support with cooking and meal preparation
Create a positive and engaging environment through companionship and social interactions
Build a strong and trusting relationship with the client supporting her to achieve her goals

Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK
• A minimum of 6-months UK based health or social care experience is essential
• Compassionate and patient nature with excellent communication skills
• Must be happy to work with the client's dog
• Enthusiastic and outgoing personality to connect with the client and create a positive atmosphere
• UK valid driving licence, access to reliable car, business insurance and happy to transport the client in your car
• Note: All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What we can offer:

• Refer a friend scheme and earn up to £250!
• Company Pension scheme
• Rewarding and fulfilling experience
• Opportunity to learn with other healthcare professionals such as Occupational Therapists
• Competitive wage
• Bespoke specialist training in ABI / Neurological conditions

Join our team and embark on a rewarding journey of support and growth. Apply today to become a valued member of staff in the Northeast! Alternatively, you can contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for further details.

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