Female Support Worker

Job reference SSL/LH/YORK - Part time / 11 hours a week / £13.69

We have a fantastic opportunity for two PA’s to join a small supportive team, supporting one of our clients in the York area. This role will be varied, but you will be supporting our client with autism / learning disabilities to lead an individual and independent lifestyle in their own home and the community.

Our client is very outgoing and has many hobbies and interests. They particularly enjoy singing, dancing, and attending local clubs as well as playing video games whilst at home .

Hours:

PA1: Week 1: Monday 10am-3pm / Wednesday 10am-4pm & Week 2: Saturday 10am-4pm / Sunday 10am-3pm - 11 hours per week

OR

PA2: Week 1: Saturday 10am-4pm / Sunday 10am-3pm & Week 2: Monday 10am-3pm / Wednesday 10am-4pm - 11 hours per week.

A car driver is preferred but not essential.

In return Salvere Support offers:

• Competitive rate of pay £13.69 per hour.
• A DBS paid for by us.
• Full induction and ongoing support
• Bespoke training sessions
• Additional pay for each online training course completed
• Overtime opportunities
• Pension Contributions

All training is provided and will consist of e-learning courses, face-to-face sessions, practical training, medication administration training and competencies. The training is bespoke to the client and fully comprehensive for meeting their needs. We also provide refresher training on a regular basis, to keep your knowledge and skills current.

Who we are looking for:

You must be self motivated, well organised, reliable and an excellent team player. As well as being a naturally caring and compassionate person, we’re seeking Care / Support workers with:

• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism and is not fazed by occasional displays of verbal aggression.
• Experience of supporting with personal care tasks
• Ability to help the client with budgeting
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to scribe clear and accurate notes.
• Ability to support with domestic duties and food preparation.
• Ability to create a rapport and provide companionship for the individual.

You should also have:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Flexibility to cover annual leave and sickness

Please apply through indeed to be considered for this role and use the job reference SSL/LH/YORK or your application form. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. You must also have eligibility to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £13.69 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension

Application question(s):

• How much experience or understanding of supporting a person with a form of autism?
• Are you applying for the PA1 or PA 2 position?

(PA1: Week 1: Monday 10am-3pm / Wednesday 10am-4pm & Week 2: Saturday 10am-4pm / Sunday 10am-3pm - 11 hours per week

PA2: Week 1: Saturday 10am-4pm / Sunday 10am-3pm & Week 2: Monday 10am-3pm / Wednesday 10am-4pm - 11 hours per week. )

Experience:

• Support Worker: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person