Support Worker /PA – Huntingdon (PE29) – PUR-635-298
Support Worker /PA – Huntingdon (PE29) – PUR-635-298
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team in supporting a man with a learning disability in his own home in Huntingdon. If you have a passion for providing high quality care, enjoy working independently and getting out and about then this might be the job for you!
About you:
We are looking for someone who is patient , kind , calm and reliable , and is committed to providing high quality care and support . Experience of working in care is not essential, but you should be passionate and willing to learn.
About the role:
You will be supporting a lovely man who is non verbal and communicates through facial expressions, eye pointing and body language and uses visual aids to make simple choices. He requires full support with all aspects of his day including dressing, showering, personal care, eating and drinking and medication . You will need to be comfortable using a hoist within the home and pushing a wheelchair when out and about .
He enjoys a laid back life, watching tv, going to coffee shops and enjoying gentle strolls in local parks
Essential for role
- Enhanced DBS
- Good spoken English
- Right to Work and references will be needed.
- Training will be offered to complete the mandatory training required
*Car driver /access to a car is not essential
Hours and rates of pay:
We have two positions available, each averaging 20 hours per week with one sleep-in requirement.
- £13.50 hourly rate
- Enhanced hourly rate for bank holidays
- £80 sleep in (10.30pm-07.30am)
- 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role * * No agencies please *