Support Worker

Home Care Direct; Lewes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider is looking for a dedicated support worker/personal assistant to assist a young client with daily living, primarily focusing on personal care and medication administration. This permanent position offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to make a significant difference in the client's life. The role involves professional care techniques, driving responsibilities, and working as part of a small, committed team.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and complex needs support is desired.
• Hold relevant qualifications or training in care.
• Ability to drive client vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication and manage stocks.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Provide community assistance and perform general housework.

Skills

Flexibility

Medication Administration

Moving and Handling

Personal Care

Gastrostomy Care

Education

Relevant Care Qualifications

Job description

This vacancy is for a support worker / personal assistant to join our client’s support package to support them in their own home. We will be your legal employer on behalf of the client and you will not be asked to support other clients. This is a permanent position with a 6-month probationary period and is for 39 hours per week. You will work from 8am to 9pm on Thursdays and Fridays, and alternate weekends.

The pay rates are as follows:

• Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 21:00 @ £
• Monday to Friday: 21:00 - 09:00 @ £
• Saturday to Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00 @ £
• Saturday to Sunday: 21:00 - 09:00 @ £

About the Client and Support Needed:

I have a committed and dynamic small care team and I am looking for additional care staff to join. I am an independent man in my early 30s who has Cerebral Palsy and uses a wheelchair. I need assistance with all aspects of daily living. I have some complex health needs, but I enjoy going out during the day, so you will need to be able to drive my vehicle.

As a member of my caring team, you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks that can vary by the day, so flexibility is required. Main duties include:

• Administration of medication and stock management
• Moving and handling with a hoist
• Gastrostomy care
• Personal care
• Specialised techniques
• Assisting in the community
• Administrative duties
• General housework

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom