Self Employed Care Assistant for a lady 24 hr/wk@ £16.88/hr in Berwick-upon-tweed

Self Employed Care Assistant for a lady 24 hr/wk @ £16.88/hr in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Berwick-upon-Tweed Client: UKCIL Location: Berwick-upon-Tweed, United Kingdom Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 221144ee54eb Job Views: 4 Posted: 02.06.2025 Expiry Date: 17.07.2025 Job Description: A mature, retired professional lady is seeking two support assistants who can drive and provide domestic assistance in Berwick. She has limited mobility and chronic health issues, requiring support with daily living tasks at home. The ideal candidates should be pet-friendly, as she has cats and dogs, and share interests in animals, art, outdoors, and nature. Hours of work: 24 hours over 3 days for each worker, with flexibility possible Additional hours and cover for sickness/holidays available Self-employed preferred Part-time considered Interested applicants can discuss specific hours and availability. Rate of Pay: £16.88 per hour (employed rate) Main Duties: Prompt medication administration Assist with washing and hair drying Assist with bathing preparations and bathroom cleaning Meal preparation and kitchen management Shopping assistance Community outings including driving Wheelchair assistance Domestic tasks Paperwork management Basic computer use Personal specifications: Punctual, honest, reliable Respect confidentiality Ability to follow instructions and use initiative Car driver essential Pet-friendly, caring, sensible Interest in outdoors, animals, and nature Additional Information: An Enhanced DBS check is required (employer-funded). Work may include weekends and early evenings, with hours varying weekly but fixed hours can be arranged. Training will be provided; relevant experience is desirable but no specific qualification is necessary. Services provided: Meal preparation Personal care Domestic care Social and leisure activities Supporting independence Training: Includes safeguarding, moving & handling, food hygiene, and an essential PA guide. Transportation: Full UK driving license required; ability to drive a motability-equipped vehicle. Medical: Safe medication administration training provided. Schedule, Pay & Hours Hours per week: 24.0; Pay per hour: £16.88; Schedule includes varied days and times, with some weekends and evenings. Fixed hours can be arranged. #J-18808-Ljbffr