Support Worker

Penderels Trust , Warwick

Support Worker

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Penderels Trust , Warwick

  • Part time
  • Temporary
  • Remote working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 5 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: a7b63d62210a4bdbbb24b91891029910

Full Job Description

Young boy who is looking for a support worker to help me to get out and about and have some fun. I am a very happy young boy who has a beautiful chuckle and a gentle nature. I love my toys and being with people, especially those that will positively interact with me and engage with me in the things I enjoy doing. I have delayed physical development and use a wheelchair to get around so you will need to be active as I like to go on long walks! I have learning and communication difficulties which can sometimes cause me to become anxious and upset and I can throw toys and hit out to express my frustration. During these times I would need you to stay calm, be patient and help me to become calm and feel safe by reassuring me and giving me clear instructions. I will need you to support me with personal care and help me with eating and drinking. I am looking for a support worker who is kind, with an easy-going personality and a good sense of humour. Also someone who is responsible, reliable, sensible, honest, and trustworthy. I live at home with my parents and older sister but I like to be busy and get outdoors so I need other people who can help me too. As I attend school this would be mostly at weekends (but not every week) and sometimes during school holidays. This is a casual post and available hours will be agreed with you in advance. A DBS check will be carried out via Warwickshire County Council before taking up the post. Employer Disability and Health Conditions

  • Mobility / Physical Cognitive / Learning
  • Other relevant information About the Role Duties and Responsibilities
  • Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
  • Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
  • Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
  • Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
  • Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.
  • The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required. You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

    Car driver preferred but not essential.,
  • Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual. Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
  • To be able to work on own initiative.
  • To work as part of a team.
  • To be able to follow instructions accurately.
  • Be patient, supportive and caring.
  • Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
  • Be empathetic.
  • Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
  • Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis.
  • Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
  • Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
  • Have a lively personality., Disability Confident
  • About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.