Team of Support Worker/Housekeepers (Part-Time) Multiple jobs available ES839

Independent Lives; Lewes; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A support services provider in Lewes is seeking compassionate Support Workers/Housekeepers to assist a friendly woman living independently. Responsibilities include personal care, housekeeping, community engagement, and pet care. Ideal candidates should have housekeeping experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a full UK driving license. Join a supportive environment that values your impact on an individual's quality of life.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of housekeeping experience.
• Full UK driving license with no recent accidents.
• Comfortable around animals and smokers.
• Physically fit and healthy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, cleaning, and community support.
• Drive to outings and appointments.
• Provide emotional support for health-related needs.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Organization

Reliability

Adaptability

Interpersonal Skills

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking compassionate, proactive, and reliable Support Workers/Housekeepers to assist a friendly and independent woman in her 30s living with hEDS, ME, and Autism. This varied role combines personal care, housekeeping, and community support, involving work both at home and in the community to promote a comfortable and engaging daily life.

Shifts:

1. Weekday morning shifts (5 days/week, 3 hours each):
   • Cleaning, tidying, and general housekeeping
   • Assistance with personal care, dressing, and hygiene
   • Preparing breakfast
   • Walking and feeding a small dog (Frenchie/Pug mix)
2. Weekday afternoon/evening shifts (4-5 days/week, 2-3 hours each, ad hoc):
   • Food preparation
   • Support for outings and appointments
   • Assistance with accessing community activities and services
3. Weekend shifts (4-5 hours/day, ad hoc):
   • Ad hoc cleaning
   • Food preparation
   • Support for outings
   • Driving to Brighton and surrounding areas to see friends
   • Walking and feeding the dog

Additional Tasks:

• Driving to appointments and activities
• Support with makeup and hair as needed
• Assisting with wheelchair use (pushing/lifting)
• Providing emotional and practical support for health-related needs
• Maintaining a clean, calm, and clutter-free home environment

This role offers meaningful support that can significantly impact the individual's quality of life. You will join a supportive environment with consistent hours and the opportunity to make a daily difference.

Responsibilities include:

• Housekeeping
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Pet care
• Cleaning and tidying
• Walking and feeding the dog
• Driving to activities
• Support with makeup and hair
• Providing emotional and practical support

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of housekeeping experience
• Warm, friendly, and confident personality
• Empathetic, respectful, and a great communicator
• Enjoys socializing and outdoor activities
• Comfortable around animals and smokers (client is a smoker)
• Proactive, organized, and adaptable
• Full UK driving license with no recent accidents
• English fluency; GCSE or equivalent preferred
• Trustworthy, confidentiality-maintaining
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Hygienic, tidy, and well-organized
• Physically fit and healthy
• Patient with excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest, cheerful, and creative
• Comfortable working to high health and safety standards

Notes:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check if required. This is a Disability Confident employer, committed to equal opportunity employment.