Female Befriender - Social Care Assistant

Take Control North Lanarkshire; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional care provider in Airdrie is seeking a Female Personal Care Assistant. The role involves providing one-on-one support to a young female with a neurological and learning disability, assisting with personal care and social activities. Candidates should have good interpersonal skills, a proactive approach, and a valid UK driving licence. Training is provided for those without prior experience. Flexible shifts available on weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with personal care is preferred but training is available.
• A Full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all personal care needs.
• Support participation in physical activities.
• Help with daily living tasks to promote independence.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Job description

Female Personal Care Assistant required to assist a young female with a Neurological and Learning Disability living in the Airdrie area.

You would be required to provide one to one care and assistance in the community including attending to personal care and participation in social activities. Your duties would involve assisting with tasks such as:

• Attending to all personal care needs (showering, toileting including bowel movements)
• Walking, swimming and trampolining, assisting with participation in these physical activities
• Any other daily living tasks to promote independent living

Must take a proactive and innovative approach to support and encourage individual to be involved in activities suited to their needs.

The most important qualities are a warm and friendly nature and a desire to work within a caring role.

Pets in the household – you must be comfortable working with a dog/cat/bird etc. in the home.

Must have good interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Driver with a Full UK Driving Licence is essential and you will be required to use your own vehicle.

Relevant care experience is preferred, but not essential as training will be provided.

Hours of Work (with a degree of flexibility)

Recruiting for 1 positions.

Guaranteed permanent position of 6 hours per week

Days and Times:

Set shifts on Saturday or Sunday, times to be discussed at interview.

Hourly rate:

£12.60 per hour