Female Support Worker - Part Time
Location: Chard
Salary: £13 per hour, £30.50 per sleep in
Hours: Part time hours, 7am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm + Sleep in shifts, including weekend work
Are you a caring and compassionate individual looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference? We are seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist a lady who lives in her own home.About the Role:
In this role, you will provide personalised support to help her live comfortably and maintain her independence. Your duties will include:
- Supporting her with hobbies, social activities, and appointments.
- Providing companionship and emotional support.
- Respecting her preferences and encouraging her independence at every opportunity.
- Assisting with daily tasks such as meal preparation, light housework, and medication reminders.About You:
- Has a caring and patient nature.
- Is reliable, responsible, and flexible.
- Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Holds a valid UK driver's license
Applications will be shortlisted on receipt and interviews will be held until the posts are filled
Why join us?- Full-time or part-time contracts available
- £13.00 per hour & £30.50 per sleep in.
- 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
- We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
- A 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family members.
- Life Assurance and Pension scheme
- Great Induction and training opportunities including the Care Certificate, and Diploma in Health & Social Care.
Apply now:
We want the people we support to have fulfilling lives and we want our colleagues to have great careers with us. If you would like to be a part of our team and feel that your values match ours, please apply by clicking the button below, or contact the Internal Resourcing Consultant team 0300 303 9150 or drop us an email at applynow@discovery-uk.org for an informal conversation about the role.Before you know it you could be making a positive difference every day.
This role requires an enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be obtained for you by Discovery.
Discovery is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Discovery are Disability Confident Committed and we guarantee to interview all applicants who let us know they have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria for this role.Discovery has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application .
Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150 or email applynow@discovery-uk.org