Support Worker (Adult) Carlisle
Advertised on behalf of a customer:
We are recruiting a Personal Assistant for an Autistic adult male in the Carlisle area who is partially sighted (registered blind) and has Down Syndrome.
The successful candidate will support our client on trips out to various places in Cumbria, such as Maryport, Houghton Hall and Dobies Garden Centre. They must enjoy walking and listening to singing.
Support is required for a maximum of 25.5hrs per week. Hours will be flexible depending on the needs of the individual. Ideally, the hours will be worked as 5.75hrs over 4 days with one morning required for personal care (2.5 hours). These hours can be flexible for the right candidate. Further details of shifts required to be discussed at interview.
Our client is also incontinent and requires support with this when required. Full training on how to manage his care will be provided.
An understanding of or experience of working with someone with a disability is desirable.
A full UK Driving License and access to a car with business insurance would be preferred but is not essential.
The successful candidate must be willing to complete an Enhanced DBS check (fully funded by the Employer). Applicants who have a current DBS on the update service would be an advantage.