Support Worker

Job title:    Support Worker Location:   Kirkham, Preston Pay:           £16.00  TO £17.00 per hour  Hours:       Full time Priority Recruitment are excited to present this brand-new opportunity for a Support Worker in Kirkham, Preston.  This is an excellent opportunity to join our team, working on a 1-1 basis with our client, we are searching for an experienced Support Worker who shares our belief that disability is not a barrier and doesn’t have to stop anyone from living their best life and enjoying new and varied experiences. Salary & Benefits: Excellent rates of pay, £16-£17 per hour. Weekly pay. Access to 30,000+ national and local employee discounts (electronics, home appliances, food, groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more). Access to 100+ free virtual courses, live and on-demand, to improve your skills and aid self-development. DBS fees reimbursed. Refer a friend scheme – you can earn up to £500 per referral! Employee recognition schemes, including an annual employee awards evening. Working for one of the UK’s leading specialist therapeutic providers. Client and Role: This is an extremely rewarding role where you will be involved in developing our client’s full potential. He attends a local Specialist School, and you will support him in all aspects of his learning and participation in school life. The client is a young male with complex needs, Cerebral Palsy and physical disabilities. The client is active and loves being outside. This role will involve helping client with his daily routine in a specialist school. The client hoisted for all transfers. Successful Applicant: Previous experience of 12 months in care is essential – training will also be provided where necessary. Full UK driving license is required and must be able to drive a manual vehicle, the role will involve using the client’s car during shifts. Experience working with clients living with complex needs. Be able to communicate with the family and fellow professionals confidentially. Previous experience with working with therapists to deliver on the client’s support plan. The successful applicant must be flexible in their approach. Assisting with the development and communication skills as well maintaining the client’s physical health. This is an incredible opportunity to make a real difference to someone’s life. Apply now for more details, we’d love to hear from you!    *Some of our roles require drivers and male or female employees only, where this is indicated this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010