Stewarton Pay Rate:
£13.10 per hour Position:
2 x 16hrs post, hrs will be over 5 days out of 7 Each post will be:
8.30am – 2.30pm or 2.30pm – 8.30pm, to be discussed at interview, some flexibility re start times. We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Care Assistant / Support Worker to assist a gentleman who lives in his own apartment. The gentleman has MS and requires assistance with all aspects of his daily care needs. The primary role will involve supporting him with all his routines, including showering, continence care, getting dressed, undressing, and personal hygiene. This is a double handling role, so you will work alongside another carer specifically around transfers using a tracking hoist. Key Responsibilities: Assist with showering, dressing, and morning and night-time routines. Support personal hygiene tasks. Assist with medication. Provide assistance with mobility and transfers (double handling). Encourage and support independence where possible. Catheter care experience preferred, but training can be given. Experience of peg feeding preferred, but not essential as training can be given. What We Offer: Initial contract will be 6 months leading to permanent after probationary period. Flexible working hours to suit the service user's needs. Full training provided where required. Requirements: Previous experience essential, unless otherwise stated. Kind, patient, and empathetic nature. Ability to work as part of a team. If you’re someone who enjoys helping others and can provide caring, consistent support, we would love to hear from you. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life. To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this role. As part of the role, you are required to undergo a PVG and present two references, one from your last employer. PVG costs will be covered by the employer. If you feel you have the qualities and life skills to enable the person to have a better quality of life, please send your application and CV by e-mail to
evelyn@ailn.org . *Please note AILN are not the employer; we work on behalf of independent employers. TO APPLY PLEASE EMAIL YOUR UP TO DATE CV TO
evelyn@ailn.org
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