Part-Time Care & Mobility Assistant (Driver’s License)

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 501,000 - 683,000; Part time

Job summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking a part-time Direct Payments Support Service worker to provide care and support at Anlaby Common. The role includes meal preparation, domestic tasks, light gardening, shopping, dressing assistance and mobility support, with transport to activities as needed.

The ideal candidate will be patient, proactive and able to work independently, with excellent communication and the ability to engage with the service user in community activities.

Qualifications

• Patient, caring and understanding.
• Good communication and ability to build positive relationships.
• Motivated, proactive and able to work on own initiative.
• Flexible to accommodate hours and travel requirements.
• Own car with clean driving licence for transporting in wheelchair-accessible van.

Responsibilities

• Meal, drinks and snacks preparation.
• Assisting with general domestic tasks and light gardening.
• Assisting with shopping for groceries.
• Assisting with dressing and mobility/physiotherapy exercises.
• Supporting access to activities and community events.

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Independent worker

Driving licence

Job description

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking a part-time Direct Payments Support Service worker to provide care and support at Anlaby Common. The role includes meal preparation, domestic tasks, light gardening, shopping, dressing assistance and mobility support, with transport to activities as needed.

The ideal candidate will be patient, proactive and able to work independently, with excellent communication and the ability to engage with the service user in community activities.