Female Support Worker

(Ref: AK6) Female Support Worker – Penarth (Exemption is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9)

Contact: Permanent

Location: Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan

Hours: 15 Hours Per Week

Working pattern: 3 Shifts - Monday to Friday (times to be arranged)

Pay:                     

• Weekday - £12.84 per hour 
• Unsocial Hours - £13.71 per hour 

Closing date: 24^th September 2024

(Please note, we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants)

I am a 29-year-old female living at home in Penarth with my parents and siblings. I have a mild learning disability and spinal injury, I am registered as partially sighted and use a wheelchair. I will not require any help with personal care. I am looking for an enthusiastic, fun, patient and reliable Support Worker to help me engage in my hobbies and interests and to become more independent. You will need to be calm and patient under pressure and be able to apply a consistent approach.

I receive care on a 1:1 basis, however my wish is to be as independent as possible. Your time spent with me will be varied and involve assisting me to engage in swimming, attending the gym, cycling, craft work and supporting me to attend my voluntary placement. Some of your time will be helping me at home to undertake some household tasks such as helping me with my laundry and to keep my area within the home tidy. Occasionally I may require you to work additional hours depending on the activity we have planned.

Essential information

To join me as a Support Worker you will need to: - 

• Be able to drive and have use of a car
• Drive the family vehicle
• Have experience of supporting a person with an acquired brain injury
• Enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Also, Top Reasons to Apply: -

• Above the industry average for pay
• Mileage rate – 45p per mile
• Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference)
• Great opportunity for professional development
• Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team
• Bespoke client induction and training
• Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager

This role is subject to an Enhanced level DBS check. Full induction and training will be provided.