Equal Partnerships are looking for a
Part time PA / Support Worker:
Bedlington, Northumberland 16 plus hours per week – Female only
Equal Partnerships are a limited company that has been set up by two people who have many years' experience working for people who have a learning disability. We believe that, all people who have a learning disability should have the life they want to have and that everyone is born within his or her own society, and everyone has the absolute right to play a full role in his or her society and local community. Staff are well supported as well as the people receiving support and we pride ourselves in investing in our staff.
An exciting opportunity to join our support team supporting two ladies with learning disabilities to live in their own home and have fulfilling lives; empowering people to achieve their aspirations whatever they may be. Permanent part time contract available.
We want you to have a hands-on role demonstrating flexibility with shifts around the needs of the ladies we support including getting out and about, accessing work experience, leisure opportunities, bowling, theatre trips, walks, holidays and more. We have our own cars which staff drive for us to take us where we wish to go.
The role involves weekend, evening and bank holiday working.
You will need to be proactive, enthusiastic, show initiative, help motivate the ladies and be willing to learn. We are looking for good staff who are flexible, with a good sense of humour, a kind heart and a friendly approach.
Skills required:
· Person centred focus
· Caring and interactive with people
· Excellent organisation skills
· Excellent record keeping skills
· Effective communication
· Work effectively with families
· Ability to follow and work to individual support plans
· Level 2 qualification in health and social care desirable but not essential
The rewards:
· PA: £12.60 per hour
· Good range of shadowing and specialist training with ongoing support
· Mandatory and additional training and ongoing development opportunities provided
· 24 hour on call support
· Shifts to meet the needs of the people
· Enhanced DBS paid for by the company
· Discretionary staff bonus
· Company pension
· Mental health support and signposting
· Access to blue light discount
· You will know you are making a difference and helping people to achieve their independence
Closing date: 29 September 2025
Please contact the office by email for an application form if you are interested
or phone us on
Application forms must be completed and returned by the closing date in order to be considered for shortlisting
We work to a comprehensive safeguarding policy and carry out enhanced DBS screening of all staff
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.60 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
Work Location: In person