The Role: To provide support to a gentleman with severe learning difficulties. He needs support at home, and out in the community. You will support him with some personal care, being out in the community and encouraging physical activities.
Main Duties
· To assist with dressing and undressing
· To assist with using the bathroom
· To provide personal care
· To prepare meals and drinks
· To source and access social activities
· To encourage physical exercise, such as a small walk, or pushing in his wheelchair
· To visit cafes / pubs or the local church
· To monitor his epilepsy (This is controlled with medication)
Personal Qualities and Attributes required:
· Respectful of confidentiality and privacy
· Responsible, reliable, and trustworthy
· Respectful of dignity and independence
· Good communication skills and social skills
· A positive and encouraging attitude
· Excellent communicator
· Enthusiastic and patient
· A respect for the Christian Faith
Car owner with driving license and business insurance essential
Hours: 6 hours per week initially, broken down as follows:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings (07:45 – 08:45)
One evening per fortnight – hours to be negotiated
Occasional weekends – hours to be negotiated
Pay: £14.50 per hour
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 6 per week
Salary: £14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Physical setting:
- Homecare
Shift:
- Day shift
- Night shift
Experience:
- Home care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: JW/Dorset/040723
