Vacancies

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We currently have the following vacancies:

(NB. All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check (formerly CRB). CVs are not accepted – only Application Forms).

Job Title: Support Worker
Reference: SWHES1
Location: Hessle
Hours: Various hours available – Hours to suit
Salary: £13.50 per hour
Closing Date: TBC
Interview Date: TBC

About The Role

We are recruiting a support worker to support a 10 year old boy with cerebral palsy living in his own home. The client is a wheelchair user and communicates via facial expressions and gestures, he is able to express his wishes and preferences to those who know him well.

The role will involve enabling the client to engage in rehabilitation, social and recreational activities, and empowering him to be as independent as possible.

Flexible support will be required. The package will include care during holidays and weekends

We are seeking staff with excellent communication skills and a desire to provide individualized support. Previous care experience with children is preferred. Staff must be able to participate in a range of activities with the client.

The client requires full moving and handling and all aspects of personal care.

The successful applicants will receive full training for this role, input from therapists and regular supervision by the Case Manager.

Driver with full UK License essential.

Please note we are NOT able to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore will not be able to progress any candidates who requires a certificate of sponsorship to work in the UK.

Job Title: Care Assistant
Reference: CAYO2
Location: Outskirts of York
Hours: 20 hours per week
Salary: £15 per hour (increasing to £16.50 after 6-month probation) + Additional sleep at £100 per night
Closing Date: TBC
Interview Date: TBC

About The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Care Assistant to join a team for a lovely lady in the York area to maximise her independence following a road traffic accident in 2015.

She has a spinal cord injury resulting in Tetraplegia and at present has significant mobility problems. She is living in a village on the outskirts of York. The client enjoys cooking, baking and participating in a well-established exercise programme.

We believe this opportunity is commutable from – Leeds, York, Thirsk, Harrogate and all surrounding villages.

Applicants require an empathetic & dynamic approach, with the ability to promote independence. You will be required to engage with the client in home & community activities.

Experience preferred with moving and handling tasks and delivering personal cares.

Driver/full licence essential.

Flexible approach necessary with regards to working shift patterns.

Successful applicants will receive support, training & supervision.