Casual Personal Care Assistant for a person P/T@ £13.38/hr in WS13 - FTE - £26.1k - Lichfield - WS13

UKCIL Ltd; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in personal care is seeking a Casual Female Care / Support Worker to assist a client with Autism in Lichfield. The role involves providing personal care, companionship, and support in various activities, ensuring the client leads an independent lifestyle. Ideal candidates should have experience in autism support and personal care, be compassionate, and enjoy engaging in hobbies like baking and crafting.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Weekly pay

DBS paid for by us

Full induction and ongoing support

Bespoke clinical training sessions

Overtime opportunities

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in Autism and personal care support is essential.
• Self-motivated, well-organized, and reliable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a client with Autism to lead an independent lifestyle.
• Provide companionship and assist with personal care.
• Engage in hobbies and community outings.

Skills

Autism

Personal care support

Communication skills

Reliability

Compassion

Job description

Casual Personal Care Assistant Role in WS13

We are currently recruiting a Casual Female Care / Support Worker to join our team of Personal Assistants supporting a client in the Lichfield area. This varied role involves supporting our client with Autism to lead an independent lifestyle at home and in the community. The client enjoys animals, baking, and crafting, and the right candidate will share these interests and be comfortable caring for pets, including a kitten and guinea pig. Providing companionship and supporting the client at their pace and understanding when they need rest are key aspects of the role.

Hours and Requirements

This is a casual position providing ad hoc cover as needed. Candidates must be comfortable around animals and have autism and personal care experience, which are essential. Driving is preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.38
• Weekly pay
• DBS paid for by us
• Full induction and ongoing support
• Bespoke clinical training sessions with additional pay for completing online courses
• Overtime opportunities
• Pension contributions

Training

All training is provided through e-learning, face-to-face sessions, practical and clinical training, tailored to meet the client's needs. Regular refresher courses are offered to keep skills current.

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates are self-motivated, well-organized, reliable, and excellent team players. They should be naturally caring and compassionate, with experience in:

• Autism (essential)
• Complex care, including stoma care (desirable)
• Personal care support (essential)
• Supporting hobbies and community outings (baking, animals, crafting)
• Household tasks and medication support

Additional qualities include:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to cover leave and sickness

Application Process

Please apply through UKCIL, referencing SSL/HC/WS13. The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available.