Support Worker - Complex Communication Needs
Newcastle Upon Tyne | £14.54-£15.01/hr | Permanent
We are hiring full‑time (37 hrs/week, 3 x 12‑hr shifts) and part‑time (minimum 21 hrs/week) Support Workers with complex communication needs. Two 23‑year‑old men with profound deafness will be assisted in their transition to independence.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver 1:1 and 2:1 care using BSL (essential)
* Support with cooking, cleaning, personal care, and routines
* Facilitate health appointments and medication
* Promote inclusion through swimming, gaming, deaf clubs, and conventions
* Use visual tools (VOCA, symbol boards)
* Maintain accurate care records
Essential Criteria
* BSL qualification
* Experience with learning disabilities or communication needs
* Empathy, patience, and trust‑building skills
* Flexibility for varied shifts and weekends
We Offer
* Competitive pay
* 20 days leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
* Up to 5% matched pension
* Specialist training (incl. advanced BSL)
* Wellbeing support: counselling, physio, occupational health
* Staff discounts & Cycle to Work scheme
Be a Support Worker - Complex Communication Needs who empowers lives through communication. Apply now and make a lasting impact.
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