Your location does not match the chosen site
Care Assistant for a young woman @ £13.74/hr in Prudhoe - FTE - £26.8k
We are currently looking to recruit a team of Support Workers to provide support for a 28-year-old female who lives in her own home. This young lady is diagnosed with moderate learning difficulties, Autism, A.D.H.D., and hypotonia.
The purpose of your role will be to enable her to live in her own home and continue to have independence.
This young lady requires a staff team of 8 people, male/female, with 2 staff at all times covering 12-hour shifts including nights. These shifts can be adjusted if needed depending on the applicant.
She requires carers who have a positive, outgoing personality with a good sense of humour. You should be fit and have good general health as she enjoys walking, swimming, and trampolining. Her favourite activity is shopping, but this can be overstimulating, so it occurs once or twice a week.
She can be complex and exhibit challenging behaviour, so we are looking for empathetic carers who understand her needs.
Experience is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.
As you will be working as part of a staff team, you will need to be comfortable collaborating with others and possess good communication skills.
Drivers are preferred but not essential. She has a mobility car available for social and domestic use on her behalf.
In addition to a high standard of personal care required in this role, you will also be responsible for carrying out domestic duties within the household as needed.
Hours - 2:1 support to cover 12-hour shifts including nights. Please state on your application the hours you are able to support. Up to 42 hours per week available.
MAIN DUTIES
Rate of pay: £13.74 per hour for daytime hours; £12.21 per hour for sleep-ins. Holidays are 5.6 weeks per year, pro-rata.
Person Specification: Successful applicants must:
An Enhanced DBS Check is required, cost to be met by employer.
Rate of Pay: Day hours £13.74 per hour; Sleeping night hours £12.21 per hour.
Hours Breakdown: 2:1 support to cover 12-hour shifts – including nights.
Key Responsibilities
Services
Training
Transportation
Medical
Work permit in United Kingdom: Required
English language skill: Intermediate (B1)
Driver's license: Not required
Why should I use MEDWING?
With MEDWING, you don't just find any job – we help you find the job that truly suits you. Whether you're looking for a permanent position or prefer flexible temporary work, we are your partner for your next career step.
How does MEDWING help me with my job search?
After registering with MEDWING, you can complete your profile in the login area and start your job search immediately. In some cases, a personal career advisor may also contact you to better understand your professional goals and support you in a targeted manner. However, this is optional and depends on your personal preferences. Your information helps us present you only with job offers that perfectly match your qualifications and preferences. MEDWING then offers you three different ways to find your dream job:
1. Apply directly: On our platform, you will find numerous job offers tailored to your qualifications and preferences. If a position interests you, you can apply immediately.
2. Be discovered: With your MEDWING profile, you become visible to employers who are specifically looking for professionals like you. Once your profile is visible, employers can contact you and offer job opportunities that match your profile. You have full control over the visibility of your profile and decide for yourself whether an offer is interesting for you or not.
3. Headhunting service: Want to sit back and relax? No problem, we’ll take care of the job search for you. Your personal career advisor at MEDWING will thoroughly understand your wishes and goals and find suitable offers for you. We provide guidance and organize interviews as soon as a job offer interests you.
What data and documents do I need for my MEDWING profile?
To support you optimally, MEDWING requires two important documents from you: your professional certification and your current resume. Your personal career advisor will assist you in shaping your profile to fit you perfectly. The more complete and meaningful your profile is, the higher your chances of quickly finding a suitable job.
Is using MEDWING free?
Yes, using MEDWING is 100% free for all applicants. You can register, browse our job offers, and benefit from our services without incurring any costs.
Is my data safe with MEDWING?
Absolutely! Data protection is a top priority at MEDWING. Our servers are located in Germany and meet the highest security standards. Additionally, you decide how visible you want to be on our platform – whether anonymously or openly. You determine which data in your profile is shown and who can see it. Before we forward your profile or resume to an employer, we will, of course, ask for your consent.
