Private Household • Dartmouth, Devon
About this role
Howard is on the search for an additional Life Auxiliary, whom ideally, he would like to possess one of the below attributes as well as providing a hands-on caring capability. To bring one of these extra qualities would further enhance his already established support team.
- Technophile, with high technology capabilities
- Beautify, skin care, barbering capabilities
- Ability to swim and support during hydrotherapy
- Masseuse/Masseur
- Competent Driver/Handyperson
SALARY
£12.71 per hour
Holiday entitlement is 5.6 weeks (28 days pro-rata)
Pension
Hours
16 – 30 hours per week (flexibility - day and night shifts)
Join Wicks Enterprise!
Wicks Enterprise is currently a dedicated team of nine individuals who provide round-the-clock care exclusively for Howard. Shifts alternate between day and night, with additional assistance for five hours in the mornings to help Howard start his day.
What is a Life Auxiliary?
Howard describes a Life Auxiliary role as being his arms and legs for him. He desires someone who embodies intelligence, fascination, proactivity, initiative, unwavering dedication, thoughtfulness, warmth, enthusiasm, joyfulness, affection, and loyalty to him and his team. Candidates must like animals and children.
ROLE SUMMARY
Life Auxiliaries are integral team members dedicated to empowering and facilitating Howard to maintain his independence in his own home. Consistently delivering personalised support and care, focusing on Howard’s individual needs. Reliability is essential in this role, delivering care in Howard’s home, assisting him in daily routines, always maintaining confidentiality. Duties include personal, social, and enabling care to support him, in and around home and within the community, to help him achieve his short and long-term goals. This involves working respectfully and cooperatively with Howard and his team. Experience with children is also required whether gained on a personal or in a professional level. At times you may be required to travel with Howard and potentially be away overnight.
A DBS check will be required, (the cost of which will be covered by Wicks Enterprise) along with two employer references.
Please use the below link to complete and submit the necessary application form.
https://forms.gle/sjG45Az7HB3Jk2a8A
If you have any questions, or would like a job description sent to you, please telephone: 07809710333 to speak to Howard’s PA, or, e-mail him at howard@lockedintrust.co.uk for more information.