Job Description

Job Reference: MB-SC-Birmingham2





Job Title: Waking night Female Carer





Responsible to: Directly employed by the employer (Not a care agency)





Hours: 11-22 hours per week





Time: 21:00-08:00



Week one: 1 night per week



Week two: 2 nights per week





Hourly Rate of Pay: 12.50 Per Hour





Based at: Ward End, Birmingham

Job Purpose

I am a 48-year-old woman with a rare type of Muscular Dystrophy which means my muscles are weak which has led to me using NIV (non- invasive ventilator) and a powered wheelchair. I have a team of great staff that help me at various times of the day specially to go out so I can walk my assistance dog. I like going to concerts, cinema, shopping, playing games and binge-watching TV series.

Main duties

To support with:



Monitor breathing while I sleep and fix any issues that may arise with non- invasive ventilator (NIV)





Manual handling with another care worker, includes use of hoist/slide sheet





Personal care including washing and dressing





Light household cleaning such as washing up





Perform any duties that are required that are a reasonable request

Person Specification:

Be a dog lover as I have an assistance dog





Like watching TV / movies as TV on all night





Be good at staying awake all night





To be honest, friendly and have a sense of humour as these are very important to me





Good communication and listening skills





Be able to work solo and as a team





Training will be given in all aspects of my care.

Special Conditions:

A Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) and two satisfactory references are conditional for the post. This is a free and confidential process.

Disclaimer:

The Rowan Organisation is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer nor be responsible for any actions arising out of your employment.