Independence-Focused Support Worker & Personal Assistant

Encompass; Hawick; On-site; GBP 15,968 - 22,742; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave (pro rata)

Job summary

Encompass Hawick is seeking a compassionate support worker to assist a gentleman client for a few hours each week, promoting independence at home and in the community, including shopping, meal planning and budgeting.

Typical duties include shower support and personal care, safety checks, accompanying to appointments and helping with outings. Experience is not essential; PVG scheme membership and references required; 6‑month probation, 5.6 weeks leave pro rata, pay £14.05 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience is not essential; demonstrate suitable personal attributes for caring role.
• PVG scheme membership and references required.

Responsibilities

• To support client to ensure their safety and well-being.
• To support with personal care routine as/when required.
• To support with general care needs including medication prompts, shower support, meal and drink preparation, and travel into town for shopping or appointments.
• To develop a positive relationship with the client and promote independence and encouragement.

Skills

Kind and caring

Patient and cheerful

Reliable and trustworthy

Ability to use your own initiative

Respect client privacy

Job description

Encompass Hawick is seeking a compassionate support worker to assist a gentleman client for a few hours each week, promoting independence at home and in the community, including shopping, meal planning and budgeting.

Typical duties include shower support and personal care, safety checks, accompanying to appointments and helping with outings. Experience is not essential; PVG scheme membership and references required; 6‑month probation, 5.6 weeks leave pro rata, pay £14.05 per hour.