Support Worker and Buddy

With regret, our client's do not offer sponsorship

Location:Wokingham, Berkshire

Days & Hours: 2 posts available: Support Worker:8.5 hours per week.Buddy:5 hours a week

-Support Worker:Monday 12.30pm-6.00pm and Wednesday 9.00am-12.00pm

-Buddy:Friday 9am-3pm to assist and sometimes play golf

Pay:£17.00 per hour, Weekdays and£18.00 per hour, Weekends and Bank Holidays
Driver required?Essential, will be using the family car
Using Own Vehicle for work purposes?Yes, on duty and to attend training.
Essential Experience: Experience/understanding of working with adults with cognitive and physical disabilities, however full training can be provided.
Desirable:Experience of working with stroke victims (this is preferred but enthusiasm, patience and willingness to learn is essential).
Pets: The family have 1 dog, rabbits and guinea pigs
Interview Date: As and when applications are received
Start Date:ASAP (subject to satisfactory employment checks)

David was born in 1973, and lives with his family who are very important to him and he enjoys family outings and spending time with his children. Davidhas a very kind nature and enjoys being outdoors, riding his recumbent bike and playing golf. He is a good cook and very good company to be around. He likes to be notified of any changes of plans or appointments in a timely manner. He is not always aware of his fatigue and requires support to monitor this.

David was in a car accident and suffered a stroke. Prior to this he led a very active life and is now looking for a Buddy/Support Worker to assist him in engaging and participating in leisure activities and toaccess the community,particularly golf, dog walking andgoing to the gym,to provide him with support to carry out his therapy programmes, including his exercise programme.David is looking for people who are patient, good listeners, has a good sense of humour and is fun to be with, along with having similar interests.

TheSupport Workerrole will entail supporting David with attending appointments, providing companionship, pursue social outings in a range of activities in his own home and out in the community. Following specific direction and providing guidance as required along with being able to use own initiative to ensure David has suitable one-to-one support.

TheBuddyrole will be a good fit for you if you enjoy beingactive and enjoy partaking in a variety of outdoor sporting activities/outdoor pursuits. The role would be to accompany David to play Golf, if he is with his father-in-law then we would expect you to Caddy for him, if not then a knowledge of Golf would be essential to be able to play and support David.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated person to join a dedicated home care team and develop existing skills and support this very special man. A truly rewarding role for someone who is able to communicate effectively and has an ability to work with tact, understanding, warmth and compassion.

Pay and Benefits:

• £17.00 per hour, Weekdays and £18.00 per hour, Weekends and Bank Holiday
• 5.6 weeks holiday (pro rata)
• On-going training & support provided
• Free DBS check.

In order to promote continuity of our high care standards, you will be offered:

• Induction,
• Relevant training opportunities (including The Care Certificate),
• Regular clinical supervision/review meetings,
• On-going support from a dedicated Case Manager and HR department
  

Safeguarding
ILS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our Clients within the activities we undertake, and ILS expects all our Clients employees and workers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or workers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This position will require:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK;
• Satisfactory references, including your last employer;
• An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate. A conviction will not necessarily prevent you from being employed.

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Posted Date: 9/20/2024