Support Worker

I am a lady in my mid forties who is looking for a patient and proactive Support Worker to help me build confidence, develop everyday skills and enjoy more independence both at home and in the community. I live with my wife, two cats and a small dog, I have some daily mental health challenges including anxiety and I am also neurodivergent. I also experience some physical health issues due to my fibromyalgia. At times, I can find it difficult to leave the house without support, so having the right person alongside me could make a real difference.

The support will be varied and person-centred, with the aim of helping me feel more confident and comfortable in everyday life. Support may include:

• Accompanying me to café's.
• Going for walks and encouraging gentle activities
• Supporting me to attend hospital and other important appointments.
• Helping with meal preparation and developing confidence in the kitchen.
• Supporting me to build practical skills and independence around the home.
• Encouraging me to try new activities and explore interests outside the home.
• Providing reassurance and gentle encouragement when anxiety makes things difficult.

I am an artistic person who enjoys paper crafting. I often spend time being creative around my night-shift work. The right Support Worker will be calm, compassionate, reliable and non-judgemental, with an understanding of anxiety and neurodiversity. You will need to be patient with an understanding of the importance on routine and good timekeeping.

Duties include:

• Other relevant duties as required
• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Creative
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Must be comfortable with pets
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

Additional requirements

• Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours

Notes:

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required. If the role is offered on a self-employed basis, you will be responsible for the cost of your own DBS check.