(REF: SB3) 2 x Female Support Workers - Swansea (Exemption is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Pontardulais, Swansea
Hours:
Position 1: 1 x Support Worker - 23 Hours (Day hours)
Position 2: 1 x Support Worker - 10 hours (Waking Nights)
Working pattern:
Position 1: 2pm to 10pm Wednesday, plus 3 x 5pm to 10pm(Days flexible, to be discussed at interview)
Position 2: 10pm to 8am Friday (with some flexibility)
Pay per hour:
Weekday (7.00am 11.00pm) = £14
Waking Night (11.00pm 7.00am) = £15
Closing date: 09 th December 2024
(Please note we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants)
Im a 21-year-old young man with cerebral palsy and Epilepsy.I have my own adapted property in Pontardulais where I live with my family.I am a wheelchair user and hoisted for all transfers.I enjoy the company of others and people say I have a cheeky grin!I need waking support at night. You will need to ensure my oxygen machine is working correctly throughout the night.
I like spending time in my garden, using my hydro pool and going to the ski centre in Pembrey. I have a season ticket for my favourite team, Swansea. I have not been to watch them for a while, but I would like to do this with your support.I have enjoyed many holidays in the past and I would like to plan some further short breaks away.
I have complex physical difficulties.Im unable to communicate verbally but have developed ways of getting my needs met.I would like my support workers to be warm, patient and reliable, to encourage and support me to access all opportunities and help me to maximise my quality of life.You will play a key part in helping ensure my care needs are met whilst helping to develop my day-to-day activities.
Essential information
To join me as a Support Worker/Team Leader you will need to:-
Be able to drive and have use of a car
Drive the family vehicle
Have experience of supporting a person with a birth injury such as cerebral palsy
Enjoy working as part of a team
Also, Top Reasons to Apply: -
Above the industry average for pay
Mileage rate 45p per mile
Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference)
Great opportunity for professional development
Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team
Bespoke client induction and training
Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager
This role is subject to an Enhanced level DBS check.Full induction and training will be provided.
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