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MATERNITY COVER - SUPPORT WORKER REQUIRED - MELLOR, STOCKPORT
Join a team that makes a real difference - every single day.
Brook Street Social Care is seeking a reliable, dynamic, and caring Support Worker to cover maternity period of up to 10 months to provide one-to-one support to a vibrant and fun-loving young adult with complex needs, based in the Mellor area of Stockport.
This is a unique opportunity to become a part of a small, dedicated care team making a genuine impact in someone's life - both at home and out in the community.
ABOUT THE INDIVIDUAL
You'll be supporting a young person who lives life to the fullest! Their hobbies include:
- Drumming & rock music
- Trips to the cinema & love for the Marvel Universe
- Video gaming sessions
- Skiing, football, and attending football matches
Each day is different, and your support will help them experience it all with confidence and independence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supporting personal care and manual handling
- Driving the client's adapted vehicle (clean UK licence essential)
- Facilitating college work and therapy sessions
- Assisting with community activities and outings
- Following client-specific training and support plans
SHIFT DETAILS
You'll be required to work 3-4 shifts per week, on a rotating basis.
Current shift pattern:
- Mon - Wed: 7am - 5pm
- Thu - Sat: 10am - 8pm
PAY & CONTRACT
- Weekday Rate: 14.69/hr
- Weekend Rate: 15.91/hr
- Minimum 30 hours/week (with extra hours available)
- Annual Salary: 22,916.40+ (based on minimum contracted hours)
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Flexibility and availability across shift patterns
- Excellent punctuality and timekeeping
- Full clean UK driving licence and confidence driving along rural roads
- Physically able to deliver personal care and manual handling
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to build positive rapport and support therapeutic engagement
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Background in personal care and social care
- Health & Social Care qualifications (or working towards them)
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A MATERNITY COVER POST FOR UP TO 10 MONTHS
If you're passionate about making a difference, enjoy building genuine connections, and have the drive to support someone in living a full and independent life - we want to hear from you.
Apply today with Brook Street Social Care - where your work matters.
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