Overview

Position Title: Care AssistantLocation: Woodthorpe, NottinghamHourly Rate: £13.77 per hour. Bank holidays are paid at time and half.Hours Per Week: varied hours over the week and weekendVacancy Type: PermanentJob Reference: SOLOKHLInfo

ABOUT THE ROLEI am a 44-year-old gentleman living in my own home. I have cerebral palsy and require support to live my life to the full. I am looking for caring individuals to join my current support team. The successful candidate will assist with all aspects of daily living including personal care, medication administration, meal preparation and emotional support. A key part of the role is to support me to access the community and attend activities. I play Boccia every week and take part in competitions up and down the country. I also love going out with my partner, family and friends for meals and my PAs enable me to do this, including by playing Boccia with me.About You

The ideal candidates will be calm, patient, reliable, have innovative ideas (without overpowering me), be flexible, non-judgmental and able to follow instructions.Qualifications and requirementsA full UK manual driving licence is essential.Applicants should be over the age of 25 for insurance purposes and feel comfortable driving a mobility adapted car.Benefits

In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive rate of pay in addition to:5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions).Company pension scheme after 3 months’ service, subject to the scheme rules.Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan after successful completion of the probation period.Free training and development for all roles.Access to wellbeing and support tools.‘Star of the Month’ rewards and ‘Long Service Awards’.And so much more!Safer Recruitment and Safeguarding

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of two satisfactory references. Solo Support Services follows safer recruitment practices and provides more information in our Safer Recruitment Policy.Safeguarding commitment:

Solo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We promote safety, health and well-being by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for the position, please send a covering letter and your CV to office-north@solosupportservices.co.uk.We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and promote accessibility and inclusivity for all. Solo Support Services is committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and suitability for the role irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual orientation, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. Our organisation is committed to treating your application fairly on these grounds.Please be advised that decisions regarding applications and employment are made in conjunction with our client. Applications may be shared with the client for consideration. We will anonymise all information provided to help protect your data prior to an offer of interview. You can view our privacy policy on our website: www.solosupportservices.co.uk/aboutusApply Below

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