Support Assistant - Peripatetic Service
Are you caring, compassionate, and friendly? Do you want to make a difference in someone’s life by giving them choice, control, dignity, and respect? If so, then we may have the right position for you!
Our Peripatetic Service is seeking to appoint 1 Support Assistant, working 18.50 hours per week in De Lacy Gardens. This essential service operates 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year, providing high-quality community care.
The successful candidate will work a 4-week rolling rota, including PM shifts from 16:00 to 23:00. The position involves working on weekends and bank holidays.
This post is subject to the Fluency Duty Level 2 under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The applicant must demonstrate a proficient level of fluency as detailed in the job specification.
Role Responsibilities
* Enable service users to remain in their own homes by promoting independence and delivering quality care.
* Ensure individuals are treated with dignity and respect.
* Collaborate with other professionals and agencies in a person-centred approach, adhering to national guidelines and standards.
This role offers valuable skills development in delivering person-centred care.
Qualifications and Benefits
No essential qualifications? Don't worry! We provide comprehensive induction, full training, and funding for qualifications after probation.
Starting salary ranges from £24,790 to £25,183 (FTE), with enhancements for weekend and bank holiday work, overtime opportunities, and a generous holiday allowance. Additional benefits include:
* A career average pension scheme
* Enhanced pay rates for evenings/weekends
* Employee discounts on gym memberships, travel, media, entertainment, health, and more
* Access to Occupational Health and Wellbeing services
* Ongoing personal development opportunities
Application Process
Please ensure you read all guidance on the Council’s website for completing your application. You must meet all essential criteria to be shortlisted.
You must have the right to work in the UK and provide proof of this.
For further information, contact Margarita Crofts or Debbie Seaman at 07583962806 / 07464907721.
Contact and Additional Information
To learn more about the role, recruitment process, or working for Wakefield Council, contact Debbie Seaman.
Phone: 07464907721
Email: dseaman@wakefield.gov.uk
All correspondence regarding applications will be sent via your registered email. Please add our email addresses to your contacts or check your junk folder.
Emails: jobs@wakefield.gov.uk, hrdirect@wakefield.gov.uk
Safeguarding and Additional Requirements
Wakefield Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this responsibility.
The successful applicant will need to complete a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
This role is subject to the Fluency Duty under the Immigration Act 2016.
Some positions may require a six-month probation period, unless internal.
Diversity and About Wakefield Council
We value diversity and encourage applications from all communities. We aim for an inclusive workplace that reflects our community.
Learn more about Wakefield Council here.
Application
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