Female Carer/Support Worker – 3 Evenings Per Week
Based in a loving family home in Redhill
Information
- Location: Redhill, Surrey
- Pay: £19.00 per hour
- Shifts available: Evenings 17:00 – 21:30, three evenings a week, to be scheduled to suit our client and yourself.
- Contract: Permanent, part-time
- Driving required: Yes
- Training: Full training provided
My name is Kerry; I am an energetic 41-year-old adult and live with my parents, who support me in my daily life. I enjoy repetitive play, people-watching and swimming.
I have cerebral palsy, which affects my mobility and movement. I also have epilepsy, which is well controlled. I have a few words, but am mainly non-verbal.
I enjoy having company with me, and would like someone upbeat who will play games with me, engage in activities, and support me with my evening care routine.
I need support with my personal care (showering support, getting changed), administering medication, mobility and daily life, as well as help in my home environment.
I am looking for an experienced female* carer/support worker to enable me to continue to enjoy life whilst also ensuring that I am happy, safe and supported.
More about the role:
The role involves providing friendly, reliable support during evening shifts, helping Kerry with her daily routine, activities, personal care and medication while promoting her independence, safety and wellbeing.
We are looking for someone with experience of working with adults with disabilities. This is essential. You will need to be patient, creative and fun. It is essential that you are positive, caring and kind in your approach.
You will be working in Kerry’s home, so you must always maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of Kerry and her family.
Full training will be given in this role. You will receive supervision and management support from a Care Quality Commission regulated organisation.
This is a very special role for a lovely client.
Conditions
You will need to hold a full UK (or equivalent) driving licence and be comfortable and confident driving a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and two references.
*An Occupational Requirement exemption is claimed under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1
Pay: £19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid training
Application question(s):
- Are you female? We ask this due to personal care in this role.
- Do you hold a full UK (or equivalent) driving licence?
Experience:
- Support worker : 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
