Female Support Worker
Company: Penderels Trust Salary: from £14.10 an hour Hours: Part-time Location: Long Itchington, CV47 3GU Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 25 Aug 2026 Closing date: 20 Sept 2026
Summary
I am an intelligent 46 year old female. I am a wheelchair user with a diagnosis of quadriplegic cerebral palsy and dyspraxia and am also registered as partially sighted. I need support with personal care tasks. I enjoy creative writing but am physically unable to write and so require someone to act as my scribe, particularly when attending one of my creative writing groups (Monday pm). I also like to sing and am a member of a singing/music group (Tuesday pm) I also belong to a choir which practises on Monday evenings for 2 hours, which provides an additional 3 hours Including travelling time (these 3 hours would be an optional extra). My PA/companion would be a car owner/driver (appropriately insured) to transport me and my small, folding wheelchair and remain with me during these activities. There may also be theatre/cinema visits, National Trust visits and coffee outings. Mileage paid at 45p per mile.
Employer Disability and Health Conditions
Mobility / Physical Vision Invisible
Employer's hobbies and interests
- Creative writing
- Singing, theatre, cinema
- Listening to audio novels and plays
About the Role
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
- Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
- Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities.
- Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
- Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
- Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
- Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.
As I am vision impaired my PA would read any print for/to me. Also my PA would act as my scribe as I cannot use my hands for writing.
The individual's 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.
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Penderels Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while making a meaningful impact in the lives of autistic teenagers. With a supportive work culture that fosters personal growth and offers flexible working hours, employees can enjoy a rewarding experience in the picturesque setting of Bracebridge. The company values building strong relationships and encourages team members to engage in enriching activities, ensuring a fulfilling and enjoyable work environment.
