Female Support Worker

Female Support Worker – Darlington
Part-Time
£13.54 per Hour
Full Manual UK/EU Driving License Essential

Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.

Dimensions is seeking a FemaleSupport Worker to make a meaningful difference to a lady and gentleman we support in Darlington, by empowering their independence and supporting them to lead fulfilled lives.

We are able to accept applications for a part-time Female Support Worker (32 Hours per week). Working a mixture of 08.00-23.00 plus sleep in and 07.30-08.00 and 10.00-16.00/17.00 shifts

The people we support are in their 50’s & 60’s. they are autistic and have learning disabilities along with some associated healthcare needs. The people we support both enjoy full lives and would like to meet a Female Support Worker who can support them to:

• Go shopping
• Take trips to the beach
• Enjoy music, shows and the cinema
• Going to the pub
• Visit museums
• Having meals out

Female Support Workers will also support by assisting with day-to-day tasks (which include – but are not limited to – finances, shopping, cooking & personal care)

The gentleman we support would like you to know that he does not use words to communicate but he has ways of telling you what he wants. If you have not worked with someone who communicates in this way before, don’t worry Dimensions will provide you with full training.

As the people we support have their own vehicles it is essential all Female Support Workers hold a full UK/EU Manual Driving License.

Benefits for Female Support Workers choosing to work with Dimensions include:

• We offer 30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave
• If you refer a friend to us and if they’re successfully employed, you’ll receive a £200 bonus
• We offer paid training and options to further develop your career through funded accredited courses
• Bike to Work scheme and discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, gym membership and mobile phone tariffs
• We’re a values-driven organisation that puts people with learning disabilities and their families at the heart of everything we do
• We care about our colleagues and are passionate about our comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network
• Dimensions are proud to be one of very few social care organisations that have been recognised by the Great Places to Work programme in 2019-2025

Other important information:

• Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are filled
• An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions
• We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce
• As disability confident leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy
• As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150 if you require adjustments
• British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all of our recruitment communications

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