Support worker LS23 - 12 hrs Mon/Fri can be job share days to be confirmed £12.60 ph

UKCIL; Wetherby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a dedicated support worker in Wetherby to assist a visually impaired elderly client. The role involves supporting the client in various daily activities, promoting independence, and ensuring their comfort while maintaining a flexible work schedule. Full driving license and a personal car are essential, along with basic IT skills and a willingness to undertake training. A supportive environment and comprehensive training package are offered for the right candidate.

Benefits

Comprehensive paid training package

Flexible work schedule

5.6 weeks pro-rated holiday pay

Qualifications

• Full clean UK driving licence and own personal car.
• Ability to swim confidently.
• Basic IT skills (computer and mobile phone).
• Willingness to undertake visual awareness training.
• Flexibility to accommodate planned activities.
• Full DBS check (enhanced) required.

Responsibilities

• Support in accessing interests and hobbies, including swimming.
• Assist with travel to community and appointments.
• Help with non-food shopping and deciphering written instructions.
• Encourage exercise and outings away from home.
• Prepare meals and tidy up afterwards.
• Support maintaining the client’s level of independence at home.

Skills

Full clean UK driving licence

Ability to swim confidently

Basic IT skills

Flexibility

Job description

Support worker LS23 - 12 hrs Mon/Fri (Job share days to be confirmed) – £12.60 per hour

Reference: e3df2dfb. Apply at UKCIL.com

About the role

This role supports an elderly client who is severely sight‑impaired, helping the client maintain independence and enjoy social and leisure activities. The support worker will assist with transport, shopping, meals, exercise and activities, and provide basic IT support and personal assistance where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support in accessing interests and hobbies, including swimming
• Assist with travel to community and appointments
• Help with non‑food shopping and deciphering written instructions
• Encourage exercise and outings away from home
• Prepare meals and tidy up afterwards
• Support maintaining the client’s level of independence at home

Qualifications & Requirements

• Full clean UK driving licence and own personal car
• Ability to swim confidently
• Basic IT skills (computer and mobile phone)
• Willingness to undertake visual awareness training
• Flexibility to accommodate planned activities
• Full DBS check (enhanced) required
• Respect for confidentiality and privacy
• Right to work in the UK and background checks will be completed

What we can offer

• Supportive and pleasant home environment
• Comprehensive paid training package, including safeguarding, food hygiene, and other relevant training
• Flexible work schedule
• 5.6 weeks pro‑rated holiday pay and other benefits
• Training costs reimbursed and paid time for training sessions

Please apply by visiting UKCIL.com.