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Carer/Companion - 4899

Suffolk Independent Living | Beccles | findajob.dwp.gov.uk |
About me

I am a 42-year-old lady who lives in Beccles. Following an illness that left me disabled about 20 years ago, I am unable to sit without support and I can’t stand or walk at all. I also have limited use of my right arm and hand. Additionally, I have mental health problems, but all of these things do not stop me enjoying my life and having the continued hope of some improvement.

Due to my disability, I use a catheter and wear pads. I get about independently using my electric wheelchair; however, I do need to be hoisted for all transfers (which you will be trained to do).

I love animals, my pets and going out on the train. My carers and I are really into gardening at the moment. I have various pets which add a lot of interest and companionship to my life. I am keen that all my carers are happy to work around these.
I have a 13-year-old Toy poodle cross, a four year old Labrador, 2 geckos, 2 budgies and Dave the Guinea pig too. Although I am very chatty and friendly, I don’t like to be questioned too much about my situation – I would like the successful candidate to respect my privacy and allow personal information to be passed on when I am comfortable to do so.

About the role

Essential
 •  Happy to work in a dog-friendly home.
 •  Respectful of my privacy.
 •  Friendly and chatty.
 •  Flexible with times and hours.
 •  Willing to cover extra shifts as needed
 •  Happy to work within an existing team of carers.

Desirable
 •  An interest in animals
 •  Driving license with access to own car to run errands (not with me).
 •  Kind and caring
 •  Experience/Interest in hairstyling.
 •  Experience with care work.
 •  Experience using a hoist

I require additional support at less regular times throughout the week, for example if my dogs need to be walked or I have appointments or other engagements that you need to accompany me to.

Experience in care work is not a requirement; however you need to be keen and willing to learn. The kind of person you are is much more important than the experience you have.

Days and Times:

Monday to Sunday

Morning visit (2 carers) - 8.00am – 9.30am OR 7:30 - 9:00am OR 8:00am - 9:00am

Duties
 •  Getting me up in the morning – you will be trained in how to use my hoist.
 •  Support to administer medication (you will be trained in how to do this)
 •  Personal care

Lunchtime visit - 12.30pm – 1.30pm

Duties
 •  Helping to prepare lunch

Evening visit (2 carers) - 5.00pm – 6.00pm

Duties
 •  Preparing snack before bed
 •  Supporting me to get ready for, and into, bed - you will be trained in how to use my hoist.
 •  Lock up property before leaving

Applications, quoting reference 4899 will be accepted with a CV and covering letter outlining experience and availability. Interviews will take place as suitable applicants apply.

Email: suffolk@silmail.org Telephone: 01473 603876

Post - Address: SIL, IP City Centre, Unit 9, 1 Bath Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8SD
Start date: This will be discussed at interview although the employer is aiming for the suitable candidate to start as soon as possible.