At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 care for a bright 9-year-old boy, ensuring his comfort and happiness.
- Company: Apollo Home Healthcare, dedicated to compassionate and tailored care.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in healthcare while making a real difference in a child's life.
- Other info: Flexible hours and the chance to build meaningful relationships with families.
- Why this job: Join a caring team and support a child’s unique needs with engaging activities.
- Qualifications: Minimum 3 months of care experience and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Job Overview
We are looking for compassionate, patient, and engaging Support Workers to provide dedicated 1:1 care for a bright and lovable 9-year-old boy in his family home.
The child is non-verbal and communicates using a Smartbox.
He enjoys music, games, You Tube, sensory activities, his i Pad, and hydrotherapy sessions.
The role requires building a positive relationship with the child and his family while ensuring safe, nurturing, family-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide person-centred care, including daily personal care, mobility support, and assistance with household tasks.
- Monitor and support the child’s clinical needs as required.
- Assist with medication administration and use of the Smartbox for communication.
- Ensure confidentiality, privacy, and dignity at all times.
- Work independently, following the individual care plan.
- Required Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum 3 months of care experience.
- Confidence with medication administration, personal care, and moving & handling.
- Clear communication skills; experience with SEN (Special Educational Needs) preferred.
- Full UK manual driving licence.
- Our Commitment
At Apollo Home Healthcare, we tailor care packages to each individual’s unique needs, building a compassionate and skilled team.
We value Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment.
Important Note
Due to the nature of our vacancies, clients may request either female or male staff.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Apollo Home Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer, advertising numerous vacancies on behalf of our clients.
The specific requirements of this role do not reflect the views of our organisation.
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