Support Worker/Companion/Care Giver

Sefton@Work; Little Altcar; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive household in Little Altcar is seeking a compassionate caregiver for an adult with Down's syndrome. This role offers flexible evening and weekend hours to assist with social activities. The ideal candidate will have caregiving experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a genuine desire to help others. An enhanced DBS check is required, and the employer will cover its cost. Please send your CV and a brief description of your interest in the role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in caregiving/support work is essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills are essential.
• Genuine compassion and desire for helping others.

Responsibilities

• Accompany and assist with transport to social activities.
• Ensure appropriate behaviour management to promote positive interactions.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance quality of life.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Interpersonal skills

Compassion for others

Job description

Overview

This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact on the life of an adult with Down’s syndrome and associated learning difficulties who requires support to engage in social activities during early evening time and at weekends. Kevin is fit, healthy and energetic! He lives at home with his parents and attends Day Centre during the week. You will be working in a supportive environment that values compassion and dedication.

Maximum of 25hrs per week, Weekends and flexible evening hours. £12.75 per hour

Role expectations

• Accompany and assist with transport to social activities, including swimming (he is an excellent swimmer!), Cinema, bowling, theatre, playing pool etc
• Ensure appropriate behaviour management to promote positive interactions
• Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance quality of life

Skills and Attributes

• Previous experience in caregiving/support work is essential
• Basic first aid and emergency response protocols
• Driving licence and access to a car is preferable but not essential
• Strong interpersonal skills are essential
• Genuine compassion and desire for helping others

An enhanced DBS check will be required before employment commences; this cost will be met by the employer.

We are a private household therefore we CANNOT provide sponsorship, so you MUST have a full right to work in the UK.

How to apply

Please send us your CV and tell us why you'd love this role! <3