Female Support Worker - Lichfield - WS13
Job Reference (ee1f8d31)
We are currently recruiting for a Care / Support worker to join our team of Personal Assistants supporting one of our clients in the Lichfield area. The role will be varied, but you will be supporting our client with Autism, to lead an individual and independent lifestyle in their own home and the community. Our client has a love of animals, baking and crafting. The right person will have similar interests and will enjoy supporting the client whilst they are caring for their pets (kitten and guinea pig). They will also be able to provide companionship and work with the client at their own pace and understanding when the client needs to rest.
Hours: The hours will be over a week 1/week 2 basis. There will also be guaranteed overtime each Monday 12pm-2pm.
Week 1 Wednesday: 12pm-5pm, Thursday: 5pm-7pm Saturday 12-4pm Sunday 12-4pm (15 hours)
Week 2: Wednesday:5pm-7pm, Thursday: 12-5pm (7 hours)
Please note you must be comfortable with animals, particularly cats/kittens and guinea pigs.
A car driver is preferable but not essential.
In return Salvere Support offers:
A competitive rate of pay - £13.38 per hour
- Weekly Pay
- A DBS paid for by us.
- Full induction and ongoing support.
- Bespoke clinical training sessions.
- Additional pay for each online training course completed.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Pension Contributions.
All training is provided and will consist of e-learning courses, face-to-face sessions, practical training, clinical training and competencies. The training is bespoke to the client and fully comprehensive for meeting their needs. We also provide refresher training on a regular basis, to keep your knowledge and skills current.
Who we are looking for:
You must be self motivated, well organised, chatty, reliable and an excellent team player. As well as being a naturally caring and compassionate person, we’re seeking Care / Support workers with experience of :
- Supporting individuals with Autism (essential).
- Complex Care, particularly Stoma Care. (Desirable but not essential as training will be provided).
- Supporting with personal care.
- Supporting clients with their hobbies and interests (baking, animals, crafting etc) and accompanying them whilst out in the community.
- Household tasks /support with additional relevant tasks (picking up medication etc) and prepare activities whilst the client rests
You should also have:
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Flexibility to cover annual leave and sickness
Please apply through UKCIL to be considered for this role and use the job reference SSL/HC/WS13 for your application form. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. You must also have eligibility to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship.
Job Type: Part-time
Services
Meal Preparation
Personal Care
Domestic Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Training
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Food Hygiene
First Aid
Hand hygiene
Autism / Aspergers
Schedule, Pay & Hours
Time
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Sun
ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep