Peripatetic Support Assistant

Wakefield Council; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Ottawa is seeking a dedicated Support Assistant to join their Peripatetic Service. The role involves providing high-quality care to individuals in their homes, ensuring independence and dignity. Applicants should have GCSEs in Math and English or equivalent functional skills. Enhanced pay for evenings and weekends is offered, alongside career development and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays

Access to high-quality training programmes

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Discounted leisure facilities membership

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• GCSE grades D–G in Math’s and English or Functional Skills Level 1 in Math’s and English.
• Proficient spoken English skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to remain in their own homes.
• Promote independence and person-centred care.
• Work collaboratively with professionals and agencies.
• Treat every person with dignity and respect.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Friendly

Proficient level of spoken English

Education

GCSE Grades D-G in Math and English

Functional Skills Level 1 in Math and English

Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you caring, compassionate, and friendly?

Do you want to help others live independently with dignity, choice, and respect?

We’re looking for a dedicated Support Assistant to join our Peripatetic Service at Sherwood Court, Wakefield. This vital service operates 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year, delivering high-quality care to people in their own homes.

About the Role

The post is for 21.00 hours per week

You’ll work on a 2-week rolling Rota, including :

• Morning shifts : 07 : 00 – 14 : 00
• Salary £25, - £25, (FTE) £13.26 to £13.47 per hour.
• Weekends and bank holidays (enhanced pay rates apply)

Your role will include :

• Supporting individuals to remain in their own homes
• Promoting independence and person- centred care i.e. Washing / dressing / Bathing / Toileting / Meals & Medication
• Working collaboratively with professionals and agencies
• Treating every person with dignity and respect

To apply, you’ll need :

Essential :

• GCSE Grades D–G in Math’s and English or
• Functional Skills Level 1 in Math’s and English

Desirable (but not required) :

• Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

We’ll support you with :

• A comprehensive induction program
• Full training to deliver high standards of care
• Funded qualification upon successful completion of your probation period

Why Wakefield Council

• Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
• Support and access to high-quality training programmes to progress your career to the next level.
• Regular one-to-one meetings and strong support for your personal development
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
• Access to Wellbeing Coaching if required, Support for Carers, a Sense of Belonging.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

Important Information

• Applicants must demonstrate a proficient level of spoken English, as outlined in the job specification.
• Please read the guidance on the Council’s website before completing your application.
• You must meet all essential criteria to be shortlisted.
• You must have the right to work in the UK and provide evidence at interview.

A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential