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Are you passionate about making a difference to our citizens and the district that they reside in? Then, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a dedicated Support Assistant to join our Peripatetic Service at Delacy Gardens, Pontefract. This vital service operates 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year, delivering high-quality care to people in their own homes. 

About the Role

The post is for 24.50 hours per week

You’ll work on a 4-week rolling Rota, including:

• Morning shifts: 07:00 - 15:00
• Evening shifts: 15:00 - 23:00
• Weekends and bank holidays (enhanced pay rates apply)

 Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting individuals to remain in their own homes
• Promoting independence and person-centred care i.e. Washing/dressing/Bathing/Toileting/Meals & Medication
• Working collaboratively with professionals and agencies
• Treating every person with dignity and respect

Essential requirements:

• GCSE Grades D–G in Math’s and English or
• Functional Skills Level 1 in Math’s and English

A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential We’ll support you with:

• A comprehensive induction program
• Full training to deliver high standards of care
• Funded qualification upon successful completion of your probation period

What can I expect?

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave
• Hybrid working (subject to role suitability)
• Access to high-quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.
• Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Name: Margarita Crofts

Tel: 07583962806

E-mail: mcrofts@wakefield.gov.uk

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!

Company: Wakefield Council

Salary: £17,208.93 - £17,483.06 Grade 4 Pro rata

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Sector: Health and Social Care

Sector: Health

Sector: Wellbeing

Job Role: Support Worker