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Female Support Worker – Part‑time Care Role
Priority Recruitment · Darlington
Job description
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate Female Support Worker to provide 24/7 care for an elderly gentleman with a traumatic brain injury in his own home. The role is part‑time, offering flexible day shifts across the week, and may lead to permanent employment.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver personal care, including hygiene and dressing assistance.
- Administer medication safely according to care plans.
- Prepare meals and support nutritional needs.
- Facilitate social activities, community outings, and companionship.
- Assist with mobility, transfers, and safe positioning.
- Attend appointments and support the client during outings.
- Work collaboratively in a 2:1 support team, following risk assessments and care plans.
Required profile
- Previous experience supporting adults with complex needs, especially brain injury.
- Ability to provide personal care with dignity and respect.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Calm, patient, and proactive approach to challenging behaviours.
- Flexibility to work shifts on a rota basis.
Required skills
- Medication administration.
- Personal care techniques.
- Mobility and transfer assistance.
What we offer
- Above‑market hourly rate of £16.81 (PAYE, inclusive of holiday pay).
- Dedicated learning and development programme.
- Access to free online training courses.
- Refer‑a‑friend scheme with up to £500 reward.
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Priority Recruitment
Darlington
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