Care Assistant for a Teenager F/T@ £11.44/hr in Harrogate, Harrogate
Client:
UKCIL
Location:
Harrogate, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
912ea4b2d7a1
Job Views:
11
Posted:
26.04.2025
Expiry Date:
10.06.2025
Job Description:
Job Reference
(ee) Part-time carer for a disabled teenager in central Harrogate, focusing on communication and play. Ideal for gaining experience working with individuals with speech, language, and communication difficulties.
We seek a carer to work one afternoon per week, with potential for flexible increases, caring for a 17-year-old with quadriplegic cerebral palsy who uses a wheelchair. He is non-verbal but has a great sense of humor, enjoys walks, train and bus spotting, books, stories, and pretend play. He communicates via simple devices and gestures, including an iPad.
Responsibilities include:
1. Meeting the young person from school bus drop-off.
2. Setting up his afternoon gastro feed (training provided).
3. Engaging in play sessions, reading, and communication aid activities.
4. Walking into town and the local library (10-minute walk from home).
5. Assisting with clothing changes and general care.
No specific prior skills are required, but experience or training in caring professions is a plus. Candidates should demonstrate commitment, patience, initiative, creativity, and empathy.
Services:
* Personal Care
* Domestic Care
* Social & Leisure Activities
Training:
* Moving & Handling
* Food Hygiene
* Hand Hygiene
Medical:
* Safe Administration of Medication
* Continence Care
* Epilepsy Awareness
* PEG Feeding
Schedule, Pay & Hours:
40 hours/week, £11.44/hr. Details on specific days and hours can be discussed.
Additional Notes:
If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, a work permit may be required. Please apply via the 'Apply now' button; do not provide bank or payment details.
Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom.
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