Support Workers Required
Location:
Edenbridge
Hours:
30 hours per week with flexible overtime
Shift hours available:
Tuesday day shift 7am to 10pm - 15 hour shift
Wednesday day shift 7am to 10pm - 15 hour shift
Friday day shift 7am to 10pm - 15 hour shift
Saturday day shift 7am to 10pm - 15 hour shift
We are looking to offer contracts of 30 hours per week, working two 15 hour day shifts each week. Due to working time regulations, days cannot be consecutive and will need to spaced across the week.
Other Shifts:
Wednesday 8am to 8pm
Friday 8am to 8pm into sleep night shift (24 hr shift)
Pay rate:
£15 per hour Monday to Friday day shift
£17 per hour Saturday & Sunday day shift
About Me:
I am a 38 year old man and have an acquired brain injury. I live in my home with my Mum and am supported by a double handed support team through the day with sleep in support form one person overnight. I have a fabulous sense of humour, love music, 10 pin bowling and enjoy visiting parks, cafes, shops and meeting people.
I use an electric wheelchair which enables me to move around and to access the community with supervision. I have a wheelchair accessible vehicle that allows me to visit places in the community which you will be required to drive to transport me out in the community.
I have a range of difficulties as a result of my injuries including;
· severe movement impairment due to a lack of muscle activity and high tone from my traumatic brain injury.
· Difficulties communicating my wants, needs and wishes through speech however I can communicate my basic needs with a total communication approach
· I have difficulties with my thinking and planning skills.
· I have difficulties managing my frustrations at times
-I have difficulties remembering and I can get bored at times, I like to keep my team on their toes.
I require the assistance of 2 carers 15 hours per day and 1 carer during the night.
Job Description:
A Team of reliable support workers will be required to assist me with all activities of daily living including transfers, managing my continence, washing, dressing and grooming, home meal preparation, managing medication and managing my health with appointment support, socialising with my family and friends, keeping my home clean and tidy, completing laundry, and accessing the local community.
Applicants must be patient, supportive, helpful, caring, and be able to work in a discreet and confident manner and have a good sense of humour. It is important that staff respect my abilities and support me to be my best and most independent in all areas. Being flexible and able to work on your own initiative is also important.
Support will be required Monday- Sunday 7am -10pm 2 carers required per day and sleep night support 7 nights per week, night shifts only can not be supported as I work best with people I know well, , please note we are seeking staff who can deliver at least 2 shifts per week. If you are able to meet these requirements please get in touch,
Tasks
- Using specialist equipment to help me participate in washing, dressing, grooming and get changed throughout day enabling me to be part of decisions wherever I can
- Support with managing continence needs throughout the day, this will include cleaning and changing of convene
- Support with planning the day and activities to ensure I have a diverse and varied activity programme through the week
- Support with completing activities and exploring new interests
- Support for socialisation and contact with family, friends and peers
- Support for home cooked meal preparation and cooking in accordance with my dietary guidelines which will include planning, preparation and grocery shopping.
- Support domestic tasks such as cleaning floors, laundry and surface wipe downs
- Managing medication administration in a timely manner to manage my movement difficulties, recording medication, stocks and ordering
- Tracking appointments and supporting with attendance
- Checking equipment and reporting concerns
- Supporting with a maintenance programme of exercises or stretches as able
- Support me to communicate my wants, needs and wishes to those around me
- Support to manage and de-escalate any frustrations
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK with no criminal background. Post subject to DBS check.
What we can offer:
- Excellent rates of pay with enhancements for weekends
- Comprehensive fully funded training package and ongoing support
- Fully funded enhanced DBS check
- An opportunity to work with one client and really make a difference
- Full support from Case Management and wider Multidisciplinary Team working to support the Client.
How to apply:
You can apply for this job by submitting your CV via Indeed.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00-£17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24.0 – 48.0 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Paid training
Experience:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
