Job Reference: DER16217AM4 Contract Type: Permanent To apply, follow the link provided and fill out an application form or forward your CV to parecruitmentpenderelstrust.org.uk (Please include the job reference number: DER16217AM4 to your email if submitting via email) About the Employer 54 yrs old gentleman, looking for support with general household duties and call correspondence. Employer Disability and Health Conditions: Mobility / Physical The employer's hobbies and interests: Airplane models Other relevant information: The individual is a smoker. About the Role Duties and Responsibilities: Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks. Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication. Assist with household chores and general homemaking. Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors. Support with food shopping. Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities. Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities. Promote and encourage friendships and independence. Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship. Support with managing paperwork & correspondence. Only candidates over the legal age should apply for this position as you will be required to administer medication. The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required. You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times. Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered). Transport Requirement: Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance. Required Skills: Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual. Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role. To be able to work on own initiative. To be able to follow instructions accurately. Be patient, supportive and caring. Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support. Be empathetic. Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals. Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis. Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable. Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved. Have a lively personality. When you are Required: Hours per week: 4 Hours Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.