Support Worker - Exeter, United Kingdom - FindersKeepers Rec.

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Exeter, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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PLEASE NOTE THIS JOB COMMENCES IN SEPTEMBER 2023

Our client has a real passion for writing and learning new languages and is currently studying Maths at college. He is also an avid cyclist and as with any young adult enjoys listening to music.

He is looking for a kind, positive Support Worker who is fun-loving like himself and who would share an interest in his hobbies.

He is bright and inquisitive and open to being introduced to new activities, would you like to explore these together? To find out more about this role get in touch, interviews are being booked shortly.


The Role:

Our client is a 19-year-old man who has cerebral palsy and is dependent on others for all his needs.

He is a wheelchair user and non-verbal but is very good at using a communication aid to articulate his wishes.

His behavior can be challenging at times and he can experience low mood. His family and Support Worker team including a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) are working with him on this aspect.

He lives in his family home with his parents and two younger siblings.

Although working alone with our client whilst in his family home (family may be present in the home) another Support Worker will accompany you on days out/holidays where needed.

Full training in all aspects of our client's support will be given and you will be supported by his Team Leader and Parents.

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About You:You will provide a supportive approach to our client by following his Care plan, providing personal care and helping him pursue his interests and hobbies, as well as exploring any new activities in which he might be interested. You will be kind, positive and reliable with a good sense of humor with the ability to think on your feet. You will enjoy the company of animals as our client has a small dog.

You will double up with another Support Worker at times, particularly for trips out.


Pay:
£14.50 per hour - rising to £15 per hour after completion of satisfactory probationary period.

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Hours / Shifts

  • There is a 2 week rolling rota.

Throughout the year - every other weekend:

  • Sat and Sun
  • 08:00
  • 17: hours)
    or 11:00 to 22:00 (11 hours)

Term time

Week 1

  • Fridays 07:00 to 10:00 (3 hours)
    and/or 16:00 to 22:00 (6 hours)

Week 2

  • Weds 15:45 to 22:00 (6 hours 15 mins)
  • Fri 07:00 to 10:00 (3 hours)

School holidays - example rota - hours may vary but will be between 20 and 24 hours per week

Week 1

  • Tues 08:00 to 17:00 (9 hours)
  • Weds 16:00 to 22:00 (6 hours)

Week 2

  • Tues 08:00 to 17:00 (9 hours)
  • Weds 08:00 to 14:00 (6 hours)
  • Thurs 08:00 to 17:00 (9 hours)
Our posts require an enhanced DBS certificate and operate a non-smoking environment, at all times.
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