JAY (Just About You) Support Workers - Age UK
Job Posted: 2 April 2024
- Contract Term: Casual
- Location: Isle of Wight
- Contract Type: Part time
- Salary: Pay in line with Real Living Wage – currently £12.00 per hour
- Industries: Charity / Voluntary Health & Social Care
JAY (Just About You) Support Workers, Ref: JAY60
Hours: Aiming for a minimum of 10 per week, Mon-Fri
Pay in line with Real Living Wage – currently £12.00 per hour
Contract term: Casual
Work location: Isle of Wight – Various areas
Age UK Isle of Wight is an independent charity working across all Island communities to provide services to residents aged 50+, their carers and families. Our vision is to enable older people on the Isle of Wight to live well, independently, while not feeling isolated or lonely.
We are currently seeking Support Workers to join our JAY (Just About You) home help service. Our dedicated team of Support Workers are committed to helping clients maintain their independence and live comfortably in their own homes.
We provide support across the entire Island, tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of each client. Whether it’s assisting with shopping, cleaning, meal preparation, or simply providing companionship and taking them out for a cup of tea and cake, we are here to ensure our clients receive the support they require.
Our role is to work with the client to ensure that they are fully supported.
If you are looking for a rewarding role that has:
- Available working hours - between 9am and 5pm
- Real Living Wage
- No weekend or evening work
- No personal care or medication administration
To be considered for this position, do you have the following:
- A cheerful and engaging personality
- Empathic, patient and non-judgemental character
- Ability to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle during your working hours
In return we will provide you with:
- A designated coordinator who will support you in every way
- Full online training
- PPE
- Uniform
- Mobile phone
Please contact us on 01983 301470 and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
By joining our friendly team, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our clients.
Join us today and be part of something meaningful.
How to apply:
If you think you have the right skills or experience to offer us, please visit our website via the link below to view the full job description and to apply online: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/isleofwight/about-us/work-for-us/ If you have any questions about how to apply, please email [email protected]
This role involves regulated activity with adults and is subject to an enhanced plus barring DBS check. Anyone on the Adults’ Barred List is legally barred from the role. The successful candidate will undertake a DBS check and any offer of employment made is conditional subject to the assessment of their criminal record (and other pre-employment checks).
Registered Charity No: 1118711
Age UK Isle of Wight is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applications from everyone.
Age UK Isle of Wight is proud to be a Living Wage employer
Age UK - Isle of Wight
Founded in 1973, Age UK Isle of Wight is a local, independent registered charity working across all our communities to provide services to Islanders aged 50+, their carers and families. The Charity provides information, advice, and practical support to promote wellbeing, resilience and independence so that people can live in the Island’s community free from poverty, isolation and neglect. Age UK IW ensures that the Isle of Wight’s older residents are recognised, highlighted, celebrated and supported either through direct service provision or by working in partnership with others. The Charity’s vision is of an Island community where older people are respected, valued, included and able to live the life they choose.
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