Interested in working in social care? Read on to find out how you can get involved.
About the Employer
Of the 8 hours support I would require 3 hours of social support, 3 hours support with domestic duties then 2 hours support with personal care. Personal care support might be just being nearby while I’m showering because I need an adult nearby just in case I pass out or slip. Helping me get back to my bedroom safely afterwards. Sometimes it might be helping me wash my hair or back. Sometimes I need help with dressing. Domestic chores like washing up, hoovering, mopping. Maybe running the tumble drier. Social support in the community things like swimming, shopping out for coffe etc. May sometimes need support with meal preparation.
Employer Disability and Health Conditions
• Mobility / Physical • Mental Health
Self propelled wheelchair and hoisted in from car
The employer's hobbies and interests:
• Swimming• Being outside• Cinema
Other relevant information
• The individual has allergies. I’m allergic to cats, chihuahuas.
About the Role
Duties and Responsibilities
• Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
• Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
• Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors.
• Support with food shopping.
• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Support with managing paperwork & correspondence.
• Support with gardening.
The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.
You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.
Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).
Lateral Flow Test Requirement
Due to the nature of the work you’re applying for, you may be required to take a Lateral Flow Test (LFT) and upload the results online every day before you start work.
Transport Requirement
Full driving licence is essential as the role requires you to drive the employer’s vehicle, for insurance purpose you must be 25.
Required Skills
• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to work on own initiative.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
• Have a lively personality.
When you are Required
Specific days/times required:
Hours per week: 8
• Monday, Afternoons
• Friday, Afternoons