Support Worker (REF: DR1)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Cardiff

Hours per week: 10 hours

Working Pattern: Monday and Wednesday: 10.00am - 3.00pm

Pay per hour: Weekday (7am to 11pm) = £14

Closing date: 04/04/2024

(Please note - we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants)

I am a lady in my early 60s, who has some residual cognitive, emotional and physical difficulties following an acquired brain injury some years ago. I am a sociable and family orientated person and live in my own home with my husband. I would like support to access facilities in my local area, such as shopping, going out for coffee, attending local exercise classes and exploring activities in the community.

I need assistance with some home admin, eg planning menus for the week and making shopping lists, making routine appointments, eg podiatry, along with support to help me to attend these sessions. You will need to have experience of working with with someone who has sustained a brain injury, be warm, chatty, patient and reliable and enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain a consistent and proactive approach.

Essential Information

To join me as a Support Worker you will need to: -

• Be able to drive.
• Have use of a car.
• Enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Also, Top Reasons to Apply: -

• Above the industry average for pay
• Mileage rate - 45p per mile
• Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference)
• Great opportunity for professional development
• Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team
• Bespoke client induction and training
• Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager
• A full induction and training will be provided.

This role is subject to an Enhanced level DBS check.