- Are you kind, caring and compassionate?
- Do you want to work in a caring role where no two days are the same?
- Do you want to make a difference to the lives of local people in Stockton-on-Tees?
If this sounds like you, we’d love to welcome you to our friendly, supportive team! We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Support Worker – Shift Lead.
Lanark Close Short Breaks Service provides support for adults living in the Borough of Stockton‑On‑Tees with an identified Learning Disability.
About the role
In your role as Shift Lead, you will ensure the well‑being of the people who access the service, including delivering direct care where appropriate, and enabling people to become as independent as possible during their short break at Lanark Close.
The role involves leadership and planning of the shift, allocating duties to support workers, safe administration of medication, and ensuring each person receives an individualised service within a safe and stimulating environment.
This is a part‑time role of 35 hours per week, working 105 hours over a three‑week rota. The salary ranges from £27,943 to £29,345.
Qualifications
- Relevant Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent
- Experience of working directly with adults who have a learning disability
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Empathy and a passion to support others
- Enhanced DBS clearance
Benefits
You will receive a competitive salary with guaranteed payment of your contracted hours, an unsociable hours premium and sleep‑over payment where applicable. Additional benefits include generous annual leave entitlement, local government pension with the option to add extra contributions, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme, and physiotherapy services.
Legal and Administrative Information
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended). Applicants must disclose all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings, including those which would normally be considered spent.
All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Stockton‑On‑Tees Borough Council’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.
The Council offers visa sponsorship only for a small number of specific roles where it is considered appropriate and necessary to meet service needs. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is not relevant or applicable to most roles.
Contact Details
Manager: Emma Porritt, telephone: 01642524020, email: emma.porritt@stockton.gov.uk
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