Support Worker/Care Assistant – WCM04
Location: Limvady, BT49
Hours: 20-25 hours per week
Pay Rates: £16.50 per hour for day shifts
Double time for Bank Holidays
Holiday: 5.6 weeks per year (112-140 hours)
Job Overview:
Are you looking for rewarding role in Care?
We are looking for part-time Support Workers to join an established team supporting a young lady with a spinal injury in her own home.
Our client enjoys art, socialising, going to the gym, basketball and attending regular physiotherapy sessions.
You will assist with day-to-day activities, all aspects of personal and clinical care, and support our client to live an active and independent life. You will need to be flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, travel with the client, and accompany her on holidays, outings and college lectures as required.
Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous; however, we welcome applications from people with the right values, compassion and enthusiasm, as we provide comprehensive nurse-led training. A relevant qualification or transferable work or life experience would be beneficial.
You will work on a 1:1 basis as part of a dedicated and supportive team on a rota basis (issued one week in advance), ensuring our client's complex care and wellbeing needs are met.
You should have a positive outlook, an enthusiastic approach and a genuinely caring nature.
An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
A full UK driving licence is essential, as you will be required to drive our client's vehicle.
There is a genuine occupational and operational requirement for the holder of this post to be female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and we reserve the right to close the vacancy once suitable candidates are found. Early application is recommended.
Pay: £16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- This role is located in a rural area east of Londonderry, BT49. Please confirm you are able/happy to travel
Experience:
- Care / Support Work: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
