We are seeking compassionate, proactive, and reliable Support Workers/Housekeepers to assist a friendly and independent woman in her 30s living with hEDS, ME, and Autism. This varied role combines personal care, housekeeping, and community support, involving work both at home and in the community to promote a comfortable and engaging daily life.
Shifts:
1. Weekday morning shifts (5 days/week, 3 hours each):
o Cleaning, tidying, and general housekeeping
o Assistance with personal care, dressing, and hygiene
o Preparing breakfast
o Walking and feeding a small dog (Frenchie/Pug mix)
2. Weekday afternoon/evening shifts (4-5 days/week, 2-3 hours each, ad hoc):
o Food preparation
o Support for outings and appointments
o Assistance with accessing community activities and services
3. Weekend shifts (4-5 hours/day, ad hoc):
o Ad hoc cleaning
o Food preparation
o Support for outings
o Driving to Brighton and surrounding areas to see friends
o Walking and feeding the dog
Additional Tasks:
* Driving to appointments and activities
* Support with makeup and hair as needed
* Assisting with wheelchair use (pushing/lifting)
* Providing emotional and practical support for health-related needs
* Maintaining a clean, calm, and clutter-free home environment
This role offers meaningful support that can significantly impact the individual's quality of life. You will join a supportive environment with consistent hours and the opportunity to make a daily difference.
Responsibilities include:
* Housekeeping
* Transportation
* Companionship
* Pet care
* Cleaning and tidying
* Walking and feeding the dog
* Driving to activities
* Support with makeup and hair
* Providing emotional and practical support
Requirements:
* At least 1 year of housekeeping experience
* Warm, friendly, and confident personality
* Empathetic, respectful, and a great communicator
* Enjoys socializing and outdoor activities
* Comfortable around animals and smokers (client is a smoker)
* Proactive, organized, and adaptable
* Full UK driving license with no recent accidents
* English fluency; GCSE or equivalent preferred
* Trustworthy, confidentiality-maintaining
* Reliable with good timekeeping
* Ability to follow instructions and work independently
* Hygienic, tidy, and well-organized
* Physically fit and healthy
* Patient with excellent interpersonal skills
* Honest, cheerful, and creative
* Comfortable working to high health and safety standards
Notes:
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check if required. This is a Disability Confident employer, committed to equal opportunity employment.
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