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Support worker - Adult Service - Female Only

  • Location:

    Darlington

  • Sector:

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    Up to £13.14 per hour

  • Contact:

    Osasumwen Ekunwe

  • Contact email:

    [email protected]

  • Job ref:

    BBBH389952_1745592957

  • Published:

    7 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    25/05/2025

Job Description

Job Overview

We put care into CAREr!

Our team at Brookstreet Social Care are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support worker to join our team in providing high-quality care and support across a variety of our services in the Northeast, the successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment.

** Salary dependant on location and service **

We have many different services ranging from supporting Adults and children from many different backgrounds and walks of life.

  • Homelessness
  • Drug and alcohol abuse
  • Education
  • Learning difficulties
  • Autism

Responsibilities

  • Care and Support:
    • Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support, ensuring physical, emotional, and social needs are met.
    • Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and leisure activities.
  • Safeguarding and Safety:
    • Adhere to all safeguarding policies and procedures to protect the welfare of all service users.
  • Documentation and Reporting:
    • Maintain accurate records and documentation, including care plans, incident reports, and daily logs. Communicate effectively with colleagues, families, and external agencies to ensure coordinated and consistent care.
  • Professional Development:
    • Engage in continuous professional development, attending relevant training and keeping up to date with best practices in childcare and support.
    • Brookstreet Social Care are also able to provide specialised on-going training with our internal training specialist team.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

  • DBS on the update service for Adults and or Children
  • Experience working with service users in a residential or respite care setting.
  • Understanding the needs of service users with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
  • Excellent communication and people skills.

Desirable:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification.
  • Driving licence

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. All candidates are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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