Personal Assistant - Social Care - REF: AL /AW - 26 (GCIL North Lanarkshire)
GCIL North Lanarkshire - Airdrie
from £13.45 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Aiden is a fun-loving and sociable man in his 30’s who lives in the Airdrie area. He loves a chat, enjoys a good joke and is looking for a Personal Assistant who will take the time to get to know him, respect his choices and support him to live life in the way he wants. Aiden enjoys football, watching TV, going out for a pint, playing pool and visiting the cinema when there is a film he really wants to see. He also likes attending his clubs, going shopping and spending time out and about in his community. As Aiden’s Personal Assistant, you will help him enjoy the activities and places that matter to him. You will also provide practical support at home, including preparing and cooking meals, general tidying, assisting with dressing, and helping him use his electric or manual wheelchair. Aiden would be well matched with someone who is friendly, chatty and fun-loving, with a good sense of humour. You should also be able to offer clear and consistent support when needed. Being trustworthy, proactive and dependable is important, along with a genuine commitment to person-centred support. Experience in a care role is welcome but not essential as the right personality and attitude are just as important. Training will be provided for medication support, seizure response and first aid. Essential Requirements • Full manual driving licence is essential (you will be driving Aiden’s mobility car). • Reliable, friendly and respectful approach Hours & Contract • Permanent position • 16 hours per week Days and times Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during daytime hours, generally between 9am to 3pm or 10am to 4pm. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can build a positive working relationship and help Aiden enjoy an active and fulfilling life, we would love to hear from you. To apply for this role please send your CV together with reference AL/AW - 26 - to parNL@gcil.org.uk NOTES TO CANDIDATES If selected for the next stage of the recruitment process, you will be contacted directly to arrange the next steps. If you are successfully hired; you will be employed directly by a Private Employer on a PAYE basis and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible). Please note: This job is advertised by GCIL North Lanarkshire on behalf of a Personal Employer, we are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency. Our role is to assist with the recruitment process and Employer’s responsibilities. GCIL North Lanarkshire is a Self-Directed Support service based in North Lanarkshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Act, now in force. GCIL South Lanarkshire is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People's Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs. For more information please contact: GCIL North Lanarkshire Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB Tel: 01698 537 472
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478 - Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days)
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £12.75 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Please note this is not a Swansea city council job. You will be working with a private client who received direct payments. A little about myself: I am a young boy living in Swansea, I have Autism, GDD and ADHD. I am a very hyperactive boy who loves to be on the go constantly. I would need to be supervised at all times. I love to ride my scooter but need some assistance doing this I also love going to soft play, going to an any park and going for walks. My favourite thing to eat is McDonalds and I also like KFC. I am looking for a female PA to take me out to burn some energy and keep me busy. Driver required to take me out. Female preferred. Hours of work 4 hours x 39 weeks plus 30 miles (Weekdays after school) 8 hours x 13 weeks (school holidays) plus 30 miles (Weekdays preferred morning or afternoon) Rate of pay. £12.75 Essential: I need you to: • Can drive and have a car to take me out • You are female Desirable I’d prefer if: • You have previous experience. I’d like support with • Accompany me to soft play supervising me at all times. • Accompany me to do my chosen activity. I will need my PA to: Respect and understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality. Be confident, mature and have patience. Be dependable and arrive on time. Be friendly with an easy-going manner. Be adaptable and flexible. Be supportive but not take over. Have business insurance on your car to take clients out. Concerning the position A trial period will be necessary in the first instance in the form of a six-month probationary period. Salary will be paid monthly (Annual leave is calculated on a pro rata basis). A DBS MUST be processed prior to any commencement of employment. Costs of DBS will be met by Swansea council where applicant is eligible.
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Health and Social Care Co-ordinator | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust - Weymouth
£22,713 - £24,925 p.a.
PermanentPart time
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and organised person to join our locality team as one of our Health and Social Care Co-ordinators. The role is pivotal to bring services together in order to provide seamless care for frail and vulnerable individuals living in Weymouth and Portland. It is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of developments in Community Services. Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful. Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which the Trust will cover the cost of. The successful applicant will need to have excellent organisation skills and be a tenacious and skilled communicator as the role is integral to the development of integrated and co-ordinated services. You would need to have previous experience in a health or social care environment and have excellent administration skills to co-ordinate communications and meetings between primary care, community services and hospitals (physical and mental health), local authority, acute trusts, voluntary services and service users. You will work alongside clinicians, patients, carers, statutory and voluntary agencies connected to the care of the individual patient to proactively support an effective assessment and the development of an integrated personal plan of care, to assist in avoidance of unplanned admissions and facilitate timely hospital discharge. At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities. Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves. Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do. For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate’s individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net This advert closes on Sunday 4 Oct 2026
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Social Care Officer (HART D2A) - 5 Posts, Perth Royal Infirmary - PKC14258
Perth and Kinross Council - Perth
£28,812 to £31,346 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Main Purpose of the Role Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch. We currently have the following opportunity: Social Care Officer (5 Posts) - PKC14258 £28,812 - £31,346 Perth Royal Infirmary Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post. Are you ready for a career change that's fulfilling and rewarding? This is your chance to join our Health and Social Care Partnership as a Social Care Officer within our Home Assessment Recovery Team (HART D2A), with opportunities to work across the South, Perth and North localities of Perth and Kinross. You will work across the following areas: • South – Carse of Gowrie, Kinross, Auchterarder, Crieff, Comrie and surrounding areas • Perth – Perth City and surrounding areas, Bridgend and Scone • North – Blairgowrie, Meigle, Coupar Angus, Luncarty, Dunkeld, Pitlochry, Aberfeldy and surrounding areas The Role You will have the opportunity to visit and support people in their own homes by following a pre-planned schedule and working on a shift pattern covering breakfast, lunch, tea and bedtime visits. There may also be occasions where overnight working is required as part of the service rota (20:00 to 08:00). By supporting the delivery of high-quality care, you will help facilitate discharge from hospital, support vulnerable individuals to remain independent at home, and help prevent admission to hospital or full-time care. You will support people with varying abilities, with responsibilities tailored to individual needs. This will include promoting reablement and independence while assisting with daily living tasks, such as helping individuals get up in the morning and prepare for the day ahead. This may include personal care tasks, always maintaining the individual's dignity. You may also assist with: • Meal preparation • Household tasks • Practical day-to-day activities that promote wellbeing and independence • Administering and monitoring medication • Supporting individuals with their bedtime routines Being a care professional is a truly rewarding career and can make a significant difference to the lives of people in our communities who need that extra support to live safely within their own homes. Your responsibilities will include: • Following a schedule/rota of planned visits • Supporting individuals with personal care tasks to help them achieve their optimum level of independence • Protecting individuals from risk or abuse and reporting any concerns to your line manager • Ensuring health and safety for yourself and individuals in line with PKC policies and procedures • Participating in risk assessments • Maintaining accurate records and reporting on individuals' progress • Complying with the National Care Standards and SSSC Codes of Practice Skills & Experience Required Does caring come naturally to you? Our team provides supportive care to vulnerable individuals across Perth and Kinross, helping them remain living independently in their own homes for longer. So, if you are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the most vulnerable people in your community and are enthusiastic, friendly and personable, this could be the job for you. Do you see yourself as a genuine person with good communication skills? You will have the skills to communicate effectively with individual clients, internal and external agencies, and the wider staff team. It is essential that you have: • Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills • The ability to work effectively as part of a team • The ability to maintain confidentiality • The ability to work co-operatively with other professionals, families and carers Do you have an understanding of the Council's Values and Behaviours as drivers for us as an organisation and as individuals, relating to Ambition, Compassion and Integrity? You will influence the way we work with each other, as well as the people and communities we serve, by: • Thinking "yes", being creative, looking to improve, and focusing on positive outcomes • Treating everyone with kindness, dignity and respect • Being open and honest, fair and consistent, and supporting us to do what we say we will You should also have an understanding of the Council's Employee Code of Conduct and the SSSC Codes of Practice. Your responsibilities will include: • Following a schedule/rota of individuals' planned visits • Supporting individuals with personal care tasks to enable them to reach their optimum level of independence • Protecting individuals from risk or abuse and reporting any concerns to your line manager • Ensuring health and safety for yourself and individuals in line with PKC policies and procedures • Participating in risk assessments • Maintaining accurate records and reporting on individuals' progress • Complying with the National Care Standards and SSSC Codes of Practice Five promises we make to you: You will work with skilled, passionate and resilient people who inspire you You will be encouraged to develop your strengths, learn and flourish You will be supported to belong and feel connected with your team, communities and the organisation You will be supported to focus on people and make a positive difference Every day and night will be different, and you will have the support needed to do the best you can Other information • A driving licence is essential due to the geographical area of Perth and Kinross and the demands of service delivery • There are no formal entry requirements, although relevant experience is desirable • You will be required and supported to work towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare at SCQF Level 6 (previously SVQ 2) • For further information, please contact Jenny Hughes, Quality Monitoring Officer, on 01738 475626. Working at Perth & Kinross Council Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours . Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team! Here's what we can offer you: Pay / Salary Scales (TAS4): £28,812 – £31,346 (based on 36 hours/week) A generous annual leave package 6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day Eligibility to join our pension scheme Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework Access to a range of benefits We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development. You are required to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), if you are not yet registered, you can still apply, as long as you are willing to apply for registration within 3 months of starting with us and be registered within 6 months. Next Steps We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Jenny Hughes, Quality Monitoring Officer, on 01738 475626 to find out more. Click “APPLY NOW” External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer. We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process. Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government. Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check and maintain your membership. If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check is required. You are required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post. All new employees have a four-month probationary period. Further details are available in the FAQs at “ How to apply for a job or apprenticeship with us”.
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Care assistant required for adult with MS and some dementia. P/T @ 12.21/ hour TN2 3
UKCIL - Tunbridge Wells
£12.21 to £12.21 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Care assistant required for adult with MS and some dementia. P/T @ 12.21/ hour TN2 3 Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 1a138452 Looking for P/T assistant for all hygiene & care needs, to work along side a small team. These are 1 hourly calls x 4 per day and are double handed so you will not work alone. Looking for 4x 1 hour calls on alternate Wednesdays and alternate weekends with a view to additional calls to cover leave and sickness as required. This will be 4 hours one week and 8 the next so therefore average 6. More hours maybe available. May suit someone with a family or someone who wants part time work. Care involves hoisting, catheter care, showering, as well as all nutritional needs. £12.21 hr with 5.6 weeks paid leave or will consider someone who is self employed as funded by KCC. Paid 4 weekly with NI & tax paid with payslips available and contract. All enquiries will be required to attend a face to face meeting and offered a shadow shift. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Training Moving & Handling Understanding challenging behaviour Food Hygiene Hand hygiene Dementia care Medical Safe Administration of Medication Continence Care Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
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Senior Social Worker and AMHP x2
Wakefield Council - Wakefield
£44,253 to £51,928 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Community Mental Health Older People Social worker, level two or approved mental health practitioner post at Drury Lane, Wakefield. Are you passionate about improving the health and well-being outcomes for older people in Wakefield? Are you committed to promoting the voice of Social Work in Mental Health? If so, you may be just the person we are looking for. We have an opportunity for a full-time level two Social Worker (37 hours) at either grade 10 or grade 11 to join our integrated community mental health older people’s team. To undertake this role, you will need a proven track record of supporting positive risk-taking, be adept in strength-based, outcome-focused practice and have the relevant Social Worker qualification with post qualifying experience. Mental health experience is desirable; however, your willingness to learn about mental health would be sufficient. Our team supports service users over the age of 65 who often have complex/ severe mental health issues, as well as needing social care support. Referrals are mainly made through our trust, Rapid Access Older People Service. We are based in Wakefield centre, which has access to local amenities, transport links and accessible paid car parking.
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Senior Practitioner - Social Work Academy
Coventry City Council - Coventry
£46,579 to £54,143 a year
PermanentFull time
We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias. At Coventry City Council, we are embarking on an incredible journey to create a brighter future for Coventry's children. As an 'Outstanding' Local Authority, we believe in pushing boundaries and delivering excellence for children and families. Our vision is clear, and our social workers are unwavering in their commitment to putting children and families at the centre of their practice. Be part of our inspiring team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of Coventry's children. Together, let's create a nurturing environment where every child's potential can flourish. Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do. Our Values are: Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent. Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best. Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one. Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve. Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents. Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do. What is the job role? This role is part of the Social Work Academy within Children’s Services, offering a unique chance to combine hands-on practice with leadership and development responsibilities. You will play a key role in guiding Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs), helping them grow in their practice while contributing to both service and professional development. With significant post-qualification experience, you’ll support the Team Manager in the supervision, management, and development of the Newly Qualified Social Worker team. Your social work expertise will be critical in shaping the future of our team’s practice and supporting service improvement. All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role. This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Who are we looking for? You will have a strong background in working with children, young people, and their families. You should have extensive experience in handling complex cases, including Child Protection, Child in Need, Care Proceedings, and the Public Law Outline. You will have previously supported children and families when children have been taken into care and will have experience providing guidance and supervision to less experienced colleagues. A relevant Social Work qualification is essential for this role. If you are passionate about mentoring the next generation of social workers and have a proven track record in children's services, we would love to hear from you. Encouraging Diverse Applications: The children, families and young people we work with come from a variety of backgrounds and in order to deliver the best possible care it is vital that we have a workforce that represents and understands their unique experiences and perspectives. In order to shape and deliver our services in an effective way, we want to ensure that we have employees from a range of different backgrounds, identities and different lived experiences so that we are able to meet the needs of all the communities that we serve. Our workforce data shows that men, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with a disability or those who identify as being from the LGBT+ community are under-represented at management level and we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post. If you require further information or would like an informal discussion about this post, please contact the recruiting manager, Gemma Chatima on gemma.chatima@coventry.gov.uk . If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you. Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. We recognise that you might use AI tools to help with your application. While these tools can be useful, please make sure that all information you provide about your experience, skills, and qualifications is accurate. What matters most to us is hearing about your experience and the achievements that truly reflect you! Interview date: w/c 19 October 2026 About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change. We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things. To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities. If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies
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Social Worker (Childrens) (Grade 10)
Wax Recruitment Ltd - Somerset
from £28.41 an hour
HybridContractFull time
Job title: Social Worker (Childrens) (Grade 10) Job Category: Social Care Qualified Location: Brympton Way, Yeovil, Somerset, BA202HT, Somerset Council Hours per week 37 Salary: £28.41 per hour 3 days in the office on a flexible basis. Duty days are always office based. At Somerset Council, we are proud to be on an ambitious journey to transform how we support children and families across the county. As part of our Families First Partnership programme, we are reshaping services to ensure families receive the right help, at the right time, in the right way—working together with partners across social care, education, Police, health, and communities. This is a significant and exciting period of change. We are developing a more connected, relationship-based system that puts children, young people and families at the centre—strengthening early help, enhancing multi-agency working, and supporting more children to grow up safely within their families and communities. We have an exciting opportunity for two experienced Social Workers to join our Family Safeguarding South Somerset team. We have two, six month bespoke posts available, to focus on Child in Need work, with a view to prevent unnecessarily escalation by working intensively with families at an earlier stage. The initial focus of the work will be to work with children and their families, who are already subject to child in need plans to ensure that these children and families are recieving the help they need. We are passionate about improving the outcomes for our most vulnerable young people and families in Somerset to encourage positive change. We have successfully embedded the innovative Family Safeguarding model; working alongside adult-focussed practitioners you will be able to access intervention and advice in the specialist areas of substance misuse, domestic abuse, and mental health, to inform assessments and plans. You will also be able to access expertise in child exploitation from the CE (WAVE) team, to address this growing area of need. Manageable caseloads will let you be the innovative and creative social worker you want to be – a key part of this is supporting direct work with children to hear their voice and understand their experiences. You will work with children, their parents, the wider family network and whole system in a strengths-based way to support change. With permanent Team Managers, Consultant Social Workers and an established senior leadership team you'll be well supported with regular and reflective supervision. You will be passionate about relationship-based social work, proud of your profession, and able to reflect and think creatively about how you can build relationships to make a difference to children and families.
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Experienced Social Worker (Grade 12)
Wax Recruitment Ltd - Rhondda Cynon Taf
from £23.98 an hour
HybridContractFull time
Job title: Experienced Social Worker (Grade 12) Job Category: Social Care Qualified Location: Ty Elai, Heol Dinas Isaf, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF401NY, Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council Hours per week 37 Salary: £23.98 per hour 1 day mandatory office attendance per week All our practitioners have the chance to influence the development of our work and are supported by a strong, experienced management team both at strategic and operational levels. We recognise that social work is professionally and personally challenging and demands considerable levels of skill, commitment, and enthusiasm. Our Social Care Departments have benefitted from comprehensive and significant investment in recent years, and we have responded to this by strengthening preventative services which aims to add capacity to the front line. We expect our practitioners to have a sound understanding of the practice implications of the Social Services and Wellbeing Act, Mental Capacity Act and other relevant legislation, be up to date with emerging issues and have experience of or an interest in working within the relevant discipline. Committed to anti-oppressive practice, successful candidates will bring strong assessment, communication, and planning skills. We will look to you to manage a defined caseload while building and maintaining links with partner agencies. You must possess a professional recognised Social Work qualification and be expected to be registered and maintain your registration as a 'Social Worker' with Social Care Wales on appointment. Those applying for an Experienced Social Worker position will need to be prepared to provide evidence at interview of their registration with Social Care Wales and 3 years of post-qualifying experience. For further information and informal discussion please contact Anna-Marie Young on 01443 425003.
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Social Personal Assistants x2 - REHNCL
Disability North - Newcastle upon Tyne
from £15 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Hours: 12.5 hours per week per position, school holidays only- 2:1 support Area: Heaton, Newcastle Upon Tyne Rate: £15.00 per hour We are currently recruiting for 2 experienced personal assistants for a loving young boy with Autism, Global Development Delay, and a Learning Disability. Our client always requires full supervision as they have no awareness of danger. He currently resides with his mum and sister and they have a cat so you must be an animal lover. This role would suit individuals that have experience working with children with autism either in an educational setting or lived experience with relevant qualifications. Reggie enjoys a variety of sensory stimulating activities including trampolining, soft play, swimming and trips to the local parks. He would like to visit and explore new venues with enclosed spaces like the Alan Shearer Centre or The Tim Lamb Centre to widen his experiences within the community. He uses a specialist wheelchair when out in the community for his own safety. Routine and continuity are very important to Reggie as he can dysregulate if sudden changes occur. He cannot tell you directly what is wrong, but will communicate using minimal language or repeat language, hand gestures and leading to show and tell you his needs. Reggie can have meltdowns, so coping strategies to manage these must be demonstrated and implemented to ensure his safety. He is a strong child, so a good level of fitness is required to support him safely and being able to run at a fast pace would be required in case of flee attempts. At home Reggie enjoys playing with his sensory toys or watching his favourite programmes which change every week depending on his interests or latest obsession. Reggie has a limited diet and will only eat certain foods, but mum would guide you on this and she manages all medications. Reggie will need assistance with dressing especially when out and will require prompts to wear his coat. The main tasks within this role will include supporting Reggie to access the local community, accompanying and supporting him to engage in his chosen activities, and personal care including nappy changing. We are preferably looking for a car driver with a full clean UK driving licence for this role, however, using public transport and an ability to navigate the transport systems would benefit in teaching Reggie how to access and use public transport as part of his on-going development in social skills. For more information, please see the Job Description This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed. At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.
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