MATERNITY COVER - SUPPORT WORKER REQUIRED - MELLOR, STOCKPORT
Join a team that makes a real difference - every single day.
Brook Street Social Care is seeking a reliable, dynamic, and caring Support Worker to cover maternity period of up to 10 months to provide one-to-one support to a vibrant and fun-loving young adult with complex needs, based in the Mellor area of Stockport.
This is a unique opportunity to become a part of a small, dedicated care team making a genuine impact in someone's life - both at home and out in the community.
ABOUT THE INDIVIDUAL
You'll be supporting a young person who lives life to the fullest! Their hobbies include:
Drumming & rock music
Trips to the cinema & love for the Marvel Universe
Video gaming sessions
Skiing, football, and attending football matches
Each day is different, and your support will help them experience it all with confidence and independence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supporting personal care and manual handling
Driving the client's adapted vehicle (clean UK licence essential)
Facilitating college work and therapy sessions
Assisting with community activities and outings
Following client-specific training and support plans
SHIFT DETAILS
You'll be required to work 3-4 shifts per week, on a rotating basis.
Current shift pattern:
Mon - Wed: 7am - 5pm
Thu - Sat: 10am - 8pm
PAY & CONTRACT
Weekday Rate: £14.69/hr
Weekend Rate: £15.91/hr
Minimum 30 hours/week (with extra hours available)
Annual Salary: £22,916.40+ (based on minimum contracted hours)
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Flexibility and availability across shift patterns
Excellent punctuality and timekeeping
Full clean UK driving licence and confidence driving along rural roads
Physically able to deliver personal care and manual handling
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to build positive rapport and support therapeutic engagement
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Background in personal care and social care
Health & Social Care qualifications (or working towards them)
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A MATERNITY COVER POST FOR UP TO 10 MONTHS
If you're passionate about making a difference, enjoy building genuine connections, and have the drive to support someone in living a full and independent life - we want to hear from you.
Apply today with Brook Street Social Care - where your work matters.
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