Title: Female Waking night Carer
Location: Uxbridge, UB10
Nearest Tube: Uxbridge
Wage: £17.00 gross per hour
Driver required? Not required
Essential experience: Waking nights experience, genuine interest in supporting clients with additional needs, spinal injury
Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours: 2 night shifts per week
Pets: no
Recruiter: Kamila@snapcare.co.uk
About this client:
Max is an intelligent, active, and sociable 28-year-old. He enjoys Mixed Martial Arts and occasionally goes to watch a match. He is currently studying Economics and Maths at Open University which is his big passion. Max is a wheelchair user, is ventilated and relies on others with all aspects of personal care and daily living tasks. Max uses AAC eye-tracking technology and Eye Gaze to work his laptop. He likes interaction and being around people but is also comfortable on his own. You will be able to judge when to step in and when to give him his privacy.
Overview of role:
As a waking night carer, your role will be to monitor Max throughout the night to ensure he is safe and comfortable. The role will involve assistance with all aspects of the night routine; you must be confident in manual handling, providing personal care and administering medication. During this time, you'll keep occupied to be alert and of course awake. 2 night shifts per week, overtime and day shifts also available. Nights can be flexible for the right candidate,. Hours: 8.00pm to 8.00am. The hourly rate is £17.00 gross per hour
Who this job would suit:
You need to be a good team player; you will be working alongside other support workers or Max's parents. You need to be proactive, willing to learn and friendly.
What’s great about this job:
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills and establish a close relationship with Max. If you are reliable, kind and genuinly interested in supporting others, please send your CV to Kamila at Snap. This is a permanent position with competitive salary. You will be working in a friendly environment and receive ongoing training and support.
Who is recruiting for this role?
We are working in association with a private client on this vacancy; they will be carrying out all recruitment, including shortlisting and interviewing. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to Snap Care sending your CV and contact details directly to our client for their consideration. Please see our website for more info on how Snap works with associated companies/clients.