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Robert Owen
As a Lead Senior Support Worker, youll be pivotal in supporting individuals with daily living, safeguarding their wellbeing, and helping them achieve ... Role: Support Worker, Category: Social Care, Size: 11-50
SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER (12 MONTH FIXED TERM): Robert Owen
As a Lead Senior Support Worker, youll be pivotal in supporting individuals with daily living, safeguarding their wellbeing, and helping them achieve their aspirations. Youll also take on senior responsibilities, including leading teams, supervising staff, and ensuring quality support services.
Position: Senior Support Worker (12 Month Fixed Term)
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Hours: Full Time
Salary Guide: £22,500 – £50,000
Last Updated: 26 May 2025
Job Category: Social Care
Support Worker Role:
A Care Worker, or Support Worker helps vulnerable people live as comfortably as possible. Primary duties include assisting patients with grooming and personal hygiene, preparing meals and providing emotional support.
Other Duties:
- Assisting the patient with bathing, grooming and getting dressed
- Handling household tasks like grocery shopping and laundry
- Preparing and serving meals at the appropriate time
- Administering oral and topical medication under the supervision of medical personnel
- Providing mental and emotional support
- Making recommendations to family members and healthcare personnel on the plan of care
- Organising suitable recreational activities for the patient
- Collaborating with other health care and social care professionals to provide the best possible care
