Care Assistant for a senior lady P/T @ £10.82/hr in Ashington - ASHINGTON - NE63
Job Reference (672ef801)
A woman in the Ashington area is looking for two committed care workers to provide enabling support and support within the home. The care workers are required to promote independence, teach life skills and support the client to take the lead in day-to-day activities.
The woman lives on her own and requires support with the following:
- Organising the flat as has recently moved in
- Housework support
- Shopping, meal planning and preparation
- Laundry support
- Correspondence and admin support e.g. bill paying
The preferred worker will have experience of supporting clients with learning disabilities and anxiety. They should be willing to guide the client to take the lead on day to day tasks, offering guidance and instruction to support.
The client also has epilepsy and full training will be provided around any medication to be administered.
A driver, with their own car and business insurance would be preferred but not essential.
Ref. no. NP/ASHPS
Location: Ashington
Rates of Pay: £10.82 per hour
Hours of work:
8 hours per week as follows:
- Monday – 3 hours
- Wednesday – 3 hours
- Friday – 2 hours
Flexibility on times during the days will be discussed at interview.
You will receive 5.6 weeks holiday pro rata per year as part of your employment
Personal specification:
Calm, patient and understanding, with a strong focus on consistency and clear guidelines.
Good communicator
Honest, reliable and caring nature.
Punctual and trustworthy
Respect confidentiality
Further Information: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate (DBS) will have to be obtained for the successful candidate (at employer’s expense).
Training: Where it is required, such as in Health and Safety matters, practical training and guidance will be arranged, and the care worker will be expected to attend. This will include moving and handling, medication awareness and additional training specific to the client.
Services
Meal Preparation
Domestic Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Training
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Food Hygiene
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Own personal car
Medical
Safe Administration of Medication
Schedule, Pay & Hours
Time
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Tue
Wed
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Fri
Sat
Sun
ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep