Care Assistant/ Support Worker

Support Workers Required

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

Location: Edenbridge

Hours: We have a variety of shifts available

0800\-2000 day shifts

0700\-2200 day shifts

2000\-0800 sleep in shifts

Pay rates:

£15 per hour Monday \-Friday for hours between 0700 and 2200

£17 per hour Saturday \& Sunday for hours between 0700 and 2200

£12\.71 per hour for sleep in hours between 2200\-0700

Bank holiday hours paid at 1\.5 times the above rates.

About Me:

I am a 39 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 from one person overnight. I have a fabulous sense of humour, love music, 10 pin bowling, cinema 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 an automatic wheelchair accessible vehicle that allows me to visit places in the community which you will be required to drive 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 sleep in 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 cannot 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, 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 as per rates above


• 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

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Paid training

Experience:

• Care: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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