Companion and helper DP7063
| Posting date: | 19 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 19 May 2024 |
| Location: | Horsham, West Sussex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Independent Lives |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DP7063 |
Summary
Vacancy Title: Companion and helper
Reference Number: DP7063
Location: Horsham
Hours per week: Minimum 6hrs a week, ideally split over two days
Hourly pay rate: £13 per hour plus mileage for outings
Mileage rate (if applicable): mileage paid for outings
Details
I am looking for care for a: woman
The candidate should be: any gender
Driving licence required: yes
Access to own vehicle required: yes
Overnight care required: no
Job Description
Summary
Are you looking to help someone find their happiness again? Look no further! I am a bubbly, friendly lady who wants someone to keep me company. I love all things arts and crafts – from painting to making cards.
My family is very important to me – I have 2 sons, one of which lives with me alongside my 4 cats who I adore! Therefore, for this role you must be comfortable with cats.
I'm looking for companionship, outings and some help with light household duties. Applicants should be a driver with their own car that is capable of taking my wheelchair.
The hours can be flexible to suit school timings. Please contact for further details!
Candidate qualities:
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Creative
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Must be comfortable with pets
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
Other Personal Qualities:
• Friendly
• Good with teenagers
• Good sense of humour
• Flexible approach
Employee Duties:
• Other relevant duties as required
• Administration
• Housekeeping
• Transportation
• Companionship
Additional requirements
• Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position you will be employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives. Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued employment contracts.
Reference Number: DP7063
Location: Horsham
Hours per week: Minimum 6hrs a week, ideally split over two days
Hourly pay rate: £13 per hour plus mileage for outings
Mileage rate (if applicable): mileage paid for outings
Details
I am looking for care for a: woman
The candidate should be: any gender
Driving licence required: yes
Access to own vehicle required: yes
Overnight care required: no
Job Description
Summary
Are you looking to help someone find their happiness again? Look no further! I am a bubbly, friendly lady who wants someone to keep me company. I love all things arts and crafts – from painting to making cards.
My family is very important to me – I have 2 sons, one of which lives with me alongside my 4 cats who I adore! Therefore, for this role you must be comfortable with cats.
I'm looking for companionship, outings and some help with light household duties. Applicants should be a driver with their own car that is capable of taking my wheelchair.
The hours can be flexible to suit school timings. Please contact for further details!
Candidate qualities:
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Creative
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Must be comfortable with pets
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
Other Personal Qualities:
• Friendly
• Good with teenagers
• Good sense of humour
• Flexible approach
Employee Duties:
• Other relevant duties as required
• Administration
• Housekeeping
• Transportation
• Companionship
Additional requirements
• Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position you will be employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives. Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued employment contracts.
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