We are a small, close-knit team of highly skilled carers working for an individual with complex needs in his home in Newcastle. Supported by the NHS, Personal Care Assistants work in teams of 2 to provide high quality care, working in a positive, professional environment.
We provide full, specific training on the job, open to those with care experience or those interested in care.
You are able to develop a relationship with the client and your colleagues.
You are not against the clock, the emphasis is on the quality of care which makes for a positive work environment. It allows staff to develop their skills fully and be confident in their work.
You will learn a range of complex and important care skills, for which there is full training, and have the opportunity to undertake NVQ qualifications.
There is flexibility in the weekly rota allowing other life commitments.
We do not require uniform and there is free parking at the clients home.
We are looking for dedicated and reliable people to join our independently run care team. You will be looking after a 38-year-old man with Muscular Dystrophy who lives with his wife and son in Gosforth. He has a fully adapted flat and gets around using an electric wheelchair.
It is a rewarding and enjoyable job for successful applicants; you can build a great working relationship with the client and care team, take the initiative in your responsibilities, and really help make a difference. As well as helping out in daily tasks, you will also accompany him to social activities and events, such as: football games, concerts, the cinema, and holidays.
Key Responsibilities
Completing daily tasks such as: showering, toileting and dressing, all with the use of specialist equipment such as ceiling hoists.
Administration of medicines, and use of medical equipment: PEG, ventilator, cough assist, tracheostomy.
Providing a high level of care and professionalism, as well as being good company and accompanying to social events.
Candidates should be responsible, enthusiastic, caring, outgoing and talkative.
There are 2 carers on each shift.
Shifts are divided into:
Day Shifts (8.00am - 8.00pm)
Waking Overnights (8.00pm - 8.00am)
Full Training Provided.
All applicants must be vaccinated against Covid.
Benefits:
NVQ level 2 and 3 available.
Flexible shift pattern.
Holiday: 5.6 weeks per year.
Enrolment into Government NEST pension scheme.
This job is funded by the NHS through CHC (Continuing Health Care) funding.
This job posting is for a private position, working for one client in his home; the client is the employer and the person for which you will be caring.
Interviews will be conducted online on Zoom by the client.
£15 per hour
Full time: 36+ hours
Part time: 12-24 hours