Job Title: Care Assistant for a young woman (Part-Time) @ £12.00/hr in Shildon
Client:
UKCIL
Location:
Shildon, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
854f87fc7b91
Job Views:
5
Posted:
05.05.2025
Expiry Date:
19.06.2025
Job Description:
Overview: Female Care Assistant needed for a 27-year-old woman in Shildon with a long-term health condition. The position is part-time, offering up to 16.5 hours per week, at a rate of £12.00 per hour. The role is temporary, with details to be discussed upon interest.
Health Condition: The client suffers from Dysautonomia and PoTS, which affect her nervous system and cause symptoms such as intolerance to standing, fatigue, and sensitivity to environmental and physical factors. She has limited mobility and uses a wheelchair for longer distances. Recent return to work has triggered her symptoms, and she requires support to continue working.
Client’s Interests and Personality: She enjoys outdoor activities, fashion, skincare, charity shopping, and exploring new places. She is independent and prefers to manage her condition with support that respects her independence and positive outlook.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assist with personal care tasks such as showering, dressing, and hair washing, maintaining dignity and respect.
2. Prepare meals and drinks to support nutrition and hydration.
3. Perform domestic chores including cleaning, laundry, and general household tasks.
4. Assist with mobility, including transferring using a wheelchair.
5. Provide social support, companionship, and engage in activities like baking, outings, and games.
6. Support health, safety, and well-being.
7. Assist with maintaining employment and supporting the client to stay at work.
Candidate Requirements:
* Positive attitude towards invisible disabilities.
* Interest in supporting the client’s employment and independence.
* High initiative, punctuality, and reliability.
* Friendly, caring nature.
* Full driver’s license preferred but not essential.
* No prior experience required.
* Flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends. No weekday day shifts.
* Enhanced DBS check required (employer to provide).
Services Provided:
* Meal Preparation
* Personal Care
* Domestic Care
* Social and Leisure Activities
* Support for Independence
Schedule and Pay:
Up to 16.5 hours/week, £12.00/hour. Schedule is flexible, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
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