Overview
Self Employed Care Assistant for a lady 24hr @ £17.72/ph in Berwick-upon-Tweed. Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: c89f9d33. A mature, retired professional lady is looking for two efficient support assistants who are able to drive to provide some domestic assistance in the Berwick area. She has limited mobility and some chronic health issues and as a result requires support with daily living tasks within her own home. The individual is interested in animals, art, the outdoors and nature and would prefer somebody with similar interests. Must be pet friendly as she has cats and dogs.
Rate of Pay: £17.72 per hour employed rate. Hours of work: 24 hours over 3 days for each worker (flexibility available). Additional hours may be available, including sickness/holiday cover. Self Employed individuals are preferred. Part time will be considered.
Interested candidates should apply; specific hours/availability can be discussed in detail.
Work will include some weekends and early evenings and hours may vary week to week although fixed basic hours can be arranged to suit.
Main Duties
* Prompt to take medication as prescribed
* Assist with washing / drying hair
* Assist with preparation for bath and cleaning of bathroom
* Meal preparation and related tasks
* Assist with shopping and managing kitchen cupboards
* Enabling to go out in the community including driving
* Assist with use of wheelchair
* Various regular basic domestic tasks
* Assist with paperwork management
* Assist with some simple computer use
Personal specification
* Punctual
* Honest and reliable
* Respect confidentiality
* Ability to both take instructions and use own initiative
* Must be pet friendly
* Car driver essential
* Caring nature
* Common sense
* Interest in the outdoors, animals and nature to help
Further Information
An Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure (DBS) will have to be obtained for the successful candidate (at employer’s expense).
Training — All the tasks can be taught and guided by the employer, but relevant experience is desirable; no specific qualification is essential. Where required, practical training and guidance will be arranged, and the care worker will be expected to attend.
Key Responsibilities
Services
* Meal Preparation
* Personal Care
* Domestic Care
* Social + Leisure activities
* Support to remain independent
* Self Employed
Training
* Essential PA Guide
* Safeguarding Adults/Children
* Moving & Handling
* Food Hygiene
Transportation
* Full UK driving license
* Can drive a motability equipped car
Medical
* Safe Administration of Medication
Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
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