Job Description

We have a job vacancy in

Winterbourne

, in the BS36 area to become a companion for a lady looking for support with tea time.

No personal care required. The client is looking for a companion to help get her tea with her as well as someone that is local and good company.

They currently require companionship for a Tuesday and Friday 4-6pm each week starting mid August.

If you're interested in being a positive influence in someone's life and helping them explore the community, & looking to start immediately we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and make a meaningful difference!

Role Profile:

Growing older or having health issues doesn't have to mean giving up independence. Our focus is on keeping minds active and engaged as well as tackling loneliness amongst the local population. A companion is responsible for making our clients lives that little bit brighter through providing consistent and high-quality support. They assist others' loved ones to achieve daily tasks, fulfil personal goals and to live as independently as possible. These individuals may be vulnerable, lack cognitive ability or be physically limited. This provision comes in the form of promoting choice and encouraging lots of activities, hobbies and interests.

Our kind of people:

We are looking for like-minded people that share our vision of providing a quality companion service within the local community - A service that can be relied upon and support confidence and individuality.

A service where our employees will go out of their way to support our clients, encouraging them to do the things they really want to do.

What we offer:

Ethical employment and a dedicated manager Relevant training, mentoring and coaching Good remuneration Holiday pay Work
Tasks and key responsibilities:

Adhere to the agreed companionship pen picture Demonstrate consistent punctuality and reliability Supporting clients in completing everyday tasks and activities (meeting up with friends, shopping, cooking, cleaning, banking, appointments, visiting relatives, attending groups, day trips out) Report any improvements that can be made to clients' services Carry out and remain up to date with all training Be compliant with all policies and or procedures
Essential criteria

Behaviours:

Consistently demonstrate behaviours that reflect compassion and understanding Ability to demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm, patience and flexibility Reliable, trustworthy and empathetic A team player Ability to cook simple, healthy meals Willing to take part in activities Non-discriminatory Good level of written and spoken English Passion for working with people Regulatory Eligible to work in the UK - evidence will be required Owns a car and possesses a full driving licence, insured for business use - evidence will be
Required:

Clean DBS check (provided free of charge)
Desirable Criteria:

Awareness of Health and Social Care/Health best practice First aider
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Employee mentoring programme
Application question(s):

Do you have a clean driving licence, access to a vehicle and business insurance? Do you subscribe to the annual DBS Update Service? Do you live within a 15 minute drive of Winterbourne BS36 area?
Work Location: In person