About the Employer

I am a lady in my early 40s who is neurodivergent and lives with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), fibromyalgia, and an acquired brain injury. I am looking for a female support worker who is patient, understanding, and willing to take the time to get to know me, including the reasons behind how I think, feel, and do things.

I have a variety of interests and enjoy cooking, arts and crafts, trips to the theatre, and visiting Warwick Castle to see the birds of prey. I also enjoy attending dog training and agility sessions with my dogs, so it is important that you are comfortable, confident, and happy to be around dogs. Building a positive relationship with my dogs is essential, as they are a very important part of my life and provide valuable emotional support.

I am looking for someone who can support me with a range of activities and day-to-day needs. Flexibility is important, as the days and hours of support may vary depending on my health and circumstances.

I have a quirky, bubbly personality and enjoy having a laugh. However, it can take me a little time to feel comfortable around new people, so I would value someone who is understanding, reliable, and willing to build a trusting relationship at my pace.

If you are kind, patient, flexible, and enjoy supporting someone to live life to the fullest, I would love to hear from you.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Mobility / Physical • Acquired Brain Injury • Mental Health • Invisible

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Other relevant information

• The individual has allergies. Hayfever and cats. • The individual keeps pets in the home.3 small dogs.

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
• Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
• Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors.
• Support with food shopping.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.

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The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).

Transport Requirement

Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.

Required Skills

• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To work as part of a team.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
• Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.