Compassionate Support Worker - Build Confidence & Independence

Penderels Trust; Southam CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community assistance organization in Southam is seeking a Support Worker to provide personal care and promote independence for a young individual. The role requires empathy, flexibility, and previous experience in childcare or special needs. Successful candidates will support with household tasks, social activities, and community engagement. A driving license is required, and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to work on own initiative.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Having any skills with Makaton or BSL will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support and/or prompt with personal care.
• Assist with cooking/meal preparation.
• Support with medication management.
• Assist with household chores.
• Support with food shopping.
• Encourage socialisation and participation in activities.
• Promote independence and friendships.

Skills

Honesty

Reliability

Trustworthiness

Punctuality

Empathy

Good listening skills

Ability to follow instructions

Experience in childcare/special needs

Ability to work as part of a team

Flexibility

Job description

A community assistance organization in Southam is seeking a Support Worker to provide personal care and promote independence for a young individual. The role requires empathy, flexibility, and previous experience in childcare or special needs. Successful candidates will support with household tasks, social activities, and community engagement. A driving license is required, and training will be provided.