Support Worker REF: SOLOMGM

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Position Title: Support Worker – (Female Only)

Location: London (NW7)

Hourly Rate: £15 per hour

Hours Per Week: Sunday 8am-8pm

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Job Reference: SOLOMGM

ABOUT THE ROLE

I am a lady in my 80’s who has a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, Type 2 diabetes and am non-verbal. I live in my home with my husband and my daughter lives nearby, and I have a fantastic current team of personal assistants who have worked with me for many years who understands my needs and wishes.

My condition means that I require support with all aspects of my daily living and suitable candidates will need to be able to support me with various tasks throughout the day, these include but are not limited to personal care, continence care, administering of medication, basic household tasks and nutrition and hydration.

I require 24- hour support to have my needs met. I do not know when I need to eat or drink so will need assistance with this, I will need support with continence care and due to loss in mobility I cannot support my personal assistants with changing me, therefore experience with moving and handing would be beneficial.

I need support to maintain my skin integrity, being observant is a key skill which I require all my personal assistants to have. I will need someone who will take care of my care needs in a professional manner alongside being open, friendly, offer reassurance and willing to build a relationship with me to encompass delivering person centred care.

ABOUT YOU

I am looking for someone who understands my medical problems and can also provide emotional support. I am a quiet person who would like someone to offer companionship whilst they look after my day to day and medical tasks. I enjoy watching TV, and interacting with me on all aspects of social life is important.

You will need to be enthusiastic and inspiring to bring a sense of energy into my life. You must also be able to demonstrate a high level of professionalism and integrity and respect my home. I would like someone who possesses a good standard of English, someone who takes initiative and someone who’s willing to go the extra mile. Experience is advantageous but not compulsory as all training will be provided.

BENEFITS

In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive rate of pay in addition to:

• 5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions).
• Company pension scheme after 3 months’ service, subject to the scheme rules.
• Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan, after successful completion of the probation period.
• Free training and development for all roles.
• Access to wellbeing and support tools.
• ‘Star of the Month’ rewards. 

 And so much more!

SAFER RECRUITMENT

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of satisfactory references (see our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information).

SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT

Solo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We will actively promote the safety, health and well-being of everyone in our care by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate within the organisation. We believe that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Please be advised that decisions regarding applications and employment are made in conjunction with our client. Therefore, applications will be shared with them for consideration.

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