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Care support worker required to deliver personal care to a very pleasant 36yr old bedbound client with learning and physical disabilities. Client lives at home in HOGSTHORPE with her parents , who also deliver care. The hours are 16 per week Monday 2.30pm -6.30pm , Tuesday to Friday 3 hours 2.30pm - 5.30pm. No weekend working. Experience of caring not essential , but candidates must be kind and empathic. There is a lot of moving and handling with this client using overhead tracking hoist and slide sheets. There is one shower per week using Wetroom. two other carers are also employed. client is of a very happy and pleasant temperament , who presents much younger than her age. all training given by qualified nurse. candidates require driving licence to get to HOGSTHORPE village.
We are a small, supportive, award winning company who provide care and support to people in their own homes throughout Stockport and surrounding areas, therefore it is essential that all candidates to hold a full driving license, with access to a vehicle. We provide full training for the role, including ongoing training sessions and the opportunity to enrol onto your diploma or apprenticeship in health and social care. Shift availability must include starting at 7am and / or finishing at 11pm and a minimum of working alternate weekends . We’re looking for part time candidates with hours ranging from 10 to 30 hours per week, flexible hours available. We provide personal care support to adults in their own homes including help with personal hygiene, medication administration, fluid and nutritional support, companionship and housekeeping. Our customer base covers older people, palliative care, adults with physical disabilities, acquired brain injury, learning disabilities and autism. The role is really varied and so rewarding, no day is the same!
Support Worker for Young Person - SAXMUNDHAM, SUFFOLK 30 hours dayshift plus 1 night shift/week Shift pattern negotiable mix of weekdays and weekend £ 11.80- £13/hr An exciting opportunity is available for the role of Senior Support worker, caring for an 19 year old young man. The ideal candidate will have experience in caring for young people or adults with disabilities. The role is best suited to someone who is energetic, has a good sense of humour, and a professional and responsible work ethic. The candidate must have an interest in assisting the client to develop their life skills and therapy goals, whilst promoting their independence, within the home and community. It is important that the candidate is willing to participate in activities that the client enjoys, and has a clean driving license. The Client The client is an outgoing 19 year old Male, who is a wheelchair user, and communicates using an eye gaze. The Client lives with his family in Saxmundham. He is dependent on his support workers to promote his safety and assist with the activities of daily living. Social and recreational pursuits are an important element of the client's care, as he enjoys socialising with friends, going to concerts and attending social clubs. The Role The role of the candidate will be, both to provide direct two-to-one care for the client in the home and community, and 1:1 care at night as an oncall sleep in shift. The successful candidate will be friendly, professional and a team player, with a passion to provide high quality care. Direct Care The candidate will work alongside another support worker to deliver the following care to the client: personal care, medication administration, and meeting manual handling needs. There must be a commitment to build an appropriate friendship and rapport with the client, promote privacy and dignity and provide a high standard of therapeutic support in line with the relevant care plan’s and guidance. The candidate must have a clean driving licence, and be willing to drive the client’s vehicle to attend concerts, and other recreational activities with the client. Full training, support and guidance will be provided from the Case manager who will oversee the Care Team. Essential Must have experience working with young people/ adults with additional health and physical needs. Must be reliable, punctual, professional and friendly. Must have excellent communication skills, a caring approach, with good initiative and problem solving skills. Ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team Must be fluent in English - both written and verbal. Must have a Clean driving licence Must have a satisfactory DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK Desirable Working with young people/ adults who use an eye gaze for communication. Experience in the safe use of Manual handling equipment. Flexibility to occasionally adjust or increase hours in accordance with the client and family’s needs. Location: Saxmundham, SUFFOLK Contract type: Permanent Contract Support Worker Hours and Pay Hours offered between 30-40 per week (negotiable) £11-12 per hour (dependent on weekday or weekend rates)
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Edenmore Nursing Home is looking for an experienced Care Assistant who can support, alongside another experienced Care Assistant, 5 individuals that live with us in one of our houses named “Coombe House”. Ideally to have a minimum of 6 months care experience, to have strong emotional intelligence, to have a good sense of humour and have a good level of empathy. Your role will be to ensure the physical, emotional and social needs of the individuals you care for are met. You should have a caring nature and be passionate about making a difference in other people’s lives.