Support Worker - Sherbourne
We are looking for a Support worker required to work with a 60-year-old gentleman living on his own in the Sherbourne area. Our client was involved in a road traffic accident in 2014 which resulted in an acquired brain injury.
Our client continues to experience cognitive difficulties because of his injuries-notably challenges with initiation, information processing, organisation and memory and requires 1;1 support to live safely at home. The role largely involves the delivery of domestic support, assistance to attend hydrotherapy and social & leisure outings, enabling him to be as independent as possible.
Our client has a keen interest in music and antiques restoration running a small antiques sales unit in Bridport. Support to attend this venue and work on restorations is often required.
Our client has two pet whippets which are friendly and require caring for during the day.
An NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in care is desirable.
Competent IT skills are desirable.
Previous experience, full driving licence are essential. Access to our clients vehicle will be available to support community access.
What you'll be working:
21 hours per week on a flexible basis to cover a 24/7 rota.
Salary:
£12.21 per hour Weekdays
£13.94 Weekends
£13.94 Waking Nights weekday
£16.68 Waking Nights weekend
£11.04 Sleep weekday
£12.20 Sleep weekend
£25 per 12 hour on call shift
Bank Holidays Double Time
This position requires a fully enhanced disclosure request from the DBS.
You will also be required to register with the DBS Update Service.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Interviews may be held via Zoom/Microsoft Teams/other such teleconferencing tools, therefore candidates MUST HAVE the ability to attend interview via these methods.
Please note we reserve the right to interview and appoint earlier than the stated closing date, should there be a good response to the advert.
Westcountry Case Management Ltd
01626 770729
This post is compliant with Paragraph 1, Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 relating to Occupational Requirements.
We are a CQC Outstanding rated healthcare business who help our clients recruit their own support workers. You will be employed directly by the client; however, Westcountry Case Management oversee all aspects of the clients care package on his behalf.
As we do not hold a valid company sponsorship licence, we cannot consider applications from non-UK nationals.
Westcountry Case Management is committed to safeguarding and protecting all children, young people and vulnerable adults we work with by implementing a robust safeguarding policy including safer recruitment practices and expects all staff to share this commitment.