Wheelchair jobs in United Kingdom

HOME TO SCHOOL DRIVER We are seeking reliable and responsible Home to School Driver's in Essex to join our team! The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting special educational needs (SEN) or vulnerable students to and from school on a daily basis. As a Home to School Driver, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the students, while providing a friendly and comfortable transportation experience. RESPONSIBILITIES Transport vulnerable children and adults to and from their school, college or day care centers on a daily basis. Communicate effectively with users, parents/carers and school officials to establish professional working relationships. Perform pre-trip inspections to ensure the vehicle is in good working order, reporting any faults discovered. Maintain a clean and safe environment in the vehicle at all times. REQUIREMENTS Hold a valid UK driving license. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Willing to drive a variety of vehicles, including 6-seater, 8-seater people carriers and wheelchair accessible vehicles. Be able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings and afternoons. Have the right to work in the UK. Pass an enhanced criminal record check (DBS). Pass a D2 medical assessment. BENEFITS Full training for the role provided. Company vehicle and fuel card provided. School term time only. Pro-rata monthly pay over the entire year. Holiday pay. Flexible schedule. Workplace pension. If you are passionate about the safety and wellbeing of children and enjoy driving, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Game for (almost) anything lady, needs an empathetic and energetic person to join existing awesome team to support her goal of a fulfilling life. 1 to 1 A sense of humour is a must. Life is too short to take it too seriously. Gorgeous dog also part of the team. Minimum of 7-8 24 hr shifts/month (Ave 42hrs/week) you even get your own bed ;-) Needs a driver, someone over 5'4 and physically fit (would enjoy a brisk 3 mile walk). Would suit someone who has experience of 24 hour shifts (not essential) and personal care. The criteria are non negotiable, designed to reduce wasted time and derived from prior experience. Small friendly team - busy but low stress position Must be happy to "get stuck in", have a "hands on" approach and be adaptable and flexible. Must like dogs. One to one in a team of max four. 24 hr shifts in rotation. Private home setting. All normal household activities and personal care included. • Helps with self-care, such as toileting, bathing, dressing, brushing teeth, etc. • Assists with mobility, transferring from one location to another from furniture or car to a wheelchair or vice versa • Engages in muscle stretching and strengthening exercises as needed to maintain and improve range of movement and mobility • Dispenses and administers medications as directed • Any Care and handling required for household pets Personal Care Assistant Job Skills and Qualifications: Good sense of humour, Compassion, Interpersonal Skills, Strong Verbal Communication Skills, ability to leave own issues at the door. Listening Skills, Physical Stamina and Strength, Positive Attitude, Encouraging and tactful where necessary, Trustworthy, Patient, Detail-Oriented, Helpful, Capable of Working with Minimal Supervision, Self-Motivated, Timely, Awareness of Others' Needs (including other members of staff), Ability to care and handle dog and fish (not at the same time). Have I mentioned......Applicant needs to be over 5'4 physically fit (enjoys a brisk 3 mile walk) and have a "hands on" attitude?🤔🤭 24hr shifts equates to 7 or 8 shifts/ month = 42 hrs/ week average including sleep

We are looking for an experienced carer for a 79 year old lady who had a stroke and who is in a wheelchair chair. We need cover 7 days/week from 7am to 7:45pm but with around 3h break during that period. We also have some flexibility. The job can be live in or live out and is in located in Wandsworth. We need someone with full U.K. right to work. We cannot provide sponsorship. Please only contact us if you are an experienced carer with full U.K. rights to work. Thank you

part time, Wednesday and Thursday 10 to 4. Be reliable, punctual and trustworthy Must have own car. I am a fun 52 year old wheelchair user. I require a bubbly personal assistant to help me in all aspects of daily living. Duties will include cooking, cleaning, ironing, taking me to appointments and to go swimming. Help with medication and some personal care. Be able to assist with diary keeping and paperwork. To assist me on holiday and shopping trips. To take me to social events outwith working hours is required. Not an exhaustive list as duties will vary depending on my needs. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Pay: £12.00 per hour

Please note that a valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle is a mandatory requirement for this position At Prudent Domiciliary Care, we provide elderly citizens with quality care that enables them to live happier, healthier lives in their own homes. We’re looking for compassionate dedicated Care Assistants. You will make a difference by helping people in your local community to live as independently as possible in their own homes. There are many benefits to working with the elderly. Not only is it an important job for our society, but caring for our elders can be extremely rewarding and fulfilling too. Care Assistants are expected to display and adhere to our company's core values. CQC inspected us recently and rated us GOOD What we offer: - Competitive rate of pay - £13.20 - Petrol Pay - Full-time/Part-time positions available - After a three-month probation period, we will offer the 40hrs contract - Excellent opportunities for learning and developing NVQ Levels 2, 3, 4, and 5 in Health and Social Care - Expanding company - Career opportunities - Refer a Friend Scheme - Up to 28 days of paid holidays - Pension Scheme - Free uniform and PPE provided - Ongoing support - Overtimes available You need to have prior care experience, but if you don't, we can discuss it since we provide comprehensive training. Carers must be able to drive and have access to their own transport and business insurance Requirement: - Right to work in the UK - Having a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle - Flexibility and the ability to work alternate weekends - A good level of English, verbal and written - A strong work ethos - Experience in care Care Assistant Duties and Responsibilities: Providing a high-quality service that places the individual at the centre of care provision. Assisting with Personal Care, including skin care, bathing, shaving, oral care, toileting, dressing, and hair care. Companionship. Enabling mobility, including Moving & Handling transfers, pushing a wheelchair, and checking specialist equipment. Menu planning, preparing, serving and storing of foods. Assisting with medications as prescribed by the medical team. Dealing with correspondence and financial matters as requested. Day-to-day light household tasks e.g., changing beds, laundry, shopping. Respecting client confidentiality and discretion at all times. Reporting & Recording as per company procedure. Adhering to company policies and procedures at all times

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)

Possibility for experienced Waking Night Carer to take on 2 (or 3) consecutive nights (consecutive per week, regular nights). We need to cover either Monday & Tuesday or Wednesday & Thursday. If you were interested in 3 nights it could be Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday or Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. ** These are fixed nights.** There is the possibility for an occasional shift when covering for a colleague. And we would be happy for someone be flexible enough to cover extra shifts. Please let us know your availability with your application. Family/Client Pets: Friendly dog About this client/teenager F is 17 years old; he is a happy, affectionate and cheeky chap. He loves being with people, listening to music, being read to, getting foot massages and playing games with his younger sister. He also enjoys walks and loves nature. He has significant complex care and medical needs; he is reliant on his family and carers to meet all his needs and is supported by a dedicated team of carers and support workers providing 1:1 sometimes 2:1 24/7. He is autistic, non verbal, has a movement disorder and epilepsy which results in regular seizures, a PEG for medication and fluids but eats foods orally. He can walk with support but is also a wheelchair user. He lives with his loving and supportive family, who recognise that his team of carers support workers are instrumental in his overall development and well being. Overview of role: He requires an experienced waking night carer to join his team to assist with his bedtime routine and tend to all his needs throughout the night. This is an active night as you will need to keep a close eye on him, and following protocols if he has a seizure, supporting him with personal care, monitoring for any signs of distress, and In the mornings administering his PEG feed and medications. You will help sooth him, making sure he is comfortable, and he can get as much rest as possible. All activity throughout the night is to be accurately documented. Additional shifts available to cover leave etc. To attend staff meetings & supervision. To participate in training as required. To arrive in plenty of time to begin shift, read the handover notes and to receive information in handover from the staff team regarding the day’s events. Keep his environment clean and tidy. Help to fold and tidy away his laundry. You may have to attend holidays with the young person, which is usually for 1 week to 10 days in the summer and support him during occasional long weekends away mostly with his family. Who this job would suit: A happy, positive, and calm Waking Night Carer with excellent hands-on complex care experience and highly desirable to have autism / special needs experience. You will be dedicated and committed and behave in a professional manner. Non-smoker only (non-vaper). What’s great about this job: F is a generally happy and cheerful young chap – he is an absolute pleasure to work with and support. Excellent person-centred training is provided in all aspects of his care and medical needs. A fantastic opportunity to upskill. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV, short relevant cover letter as well as 2 relevant recent references and recent DBS. Job Types: Part-time, Self- employed or employed full time by a care agency. Wage/Salary: £16.00 Gross per Hour | £192.00 Gross per Night (During training and probation £15 per hour). Driver Essential? no Essential: Experience supporting a client with complex care needs, experienced waking night carer and excellent communication and writing skills. DBS essential. Strong interest in Disability and Autism. ** Desirable:** NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care, or related degree or in process of studying for a related degree. ractical experience of catheterization and PEG, First Aid and waking nights. Start Date: ASAP Days & Hours: Monday & Tuesday or Wednesday & Thursday 8.30pm to 8.30am or 3 nights also available (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday). Ideally this should be your only employment. Students of a related field are welcome. Please indicate in your application what is your availability. Either contract with agency or self-employed with UTR number (proof of self-employed carer / Support worker). This should be your only position. Please when applying - let us know within if you have experience and why you are applying for this role. We might then send you an email address to forward your cover letter and CV. We hope to hear from you. Thank you.

I am looking for a person to fill a very specific job role. I am a single parent and wheelchair user with chronic health problems. I am looking for somebody to attend my home to complete the following tasks - cleaning - dishes (washing and putting away) - laundry - changing beds - ironing ( minimum 10-15 items) - mopping - vacuuming - emptying fridge weekly - assist with taking in online shopping / putting away - empty bins - tidying (Including Garden recycling) - Dog Walk (5-10 minutes) I live in a semi detached property with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 wet room, 1 utility room (dog room), living room, kitchen. There are 2 cats and 1 dog at the property. I have had the same person with my family for the last 3 years and so a change will be difficult. I am looking for somebody reliable, trustworthy and experienced. Wages will be £12.50 per hour and the hours are as follows. Wages will be paid fortnightly on Fridays. Monday 9am to 1pm Friday 9am to 1pm All cleaning materials will be provided. There will be a trial period for this job of one month.