Companion for Elderly

Would you like to make a difference to elderly and vulnerable people in your local community?

Companions Who Care are a small friendly local service providing companionship and practical support for people in their own homes.

We are looking for a mature, kind-hearted person with life experience and a positive practical nature, who is available to initially offer 4-12 hours per week, ideally including a few hours occasionally on weekends (with advance notice for these visits). Visits are 1.5/2 hours minimum in length. You will visit the same client(s) each week to build up rapport and provide supportive client-tailored support. No assistance with personal care is required. This post is for the Bath area.

Although clients have different requirements, for this role you MUST be willing to help with the following:

- Companionship / support with interests
- Home help and light housework
- Laundry and bed changing
- Shopping and meal preparation
- Trips out / help to attend appointments.

Carer experience is not essential although may be advantageous. A positive, friendly character, and willingness to help are the most important attributes for this role.

You will need a full driving license & your own clean, reliable car in which you are willing to take clients out and about. Also, you must own a reliable smart phone.

If you can match these requirements we would love to hear from you. Please attach a covering letter advising why you feel this role would suit you, and please include minimum and maximum number of hours you would wish to work and where you live.

Many thanks.

Donna, Companions Who Care Ltd.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Zero hours contract
Part-time hours: 4-12 per week

**Salary**: £12.40-£16.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexitime

Schedule:

- Flexitime

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Bath 11/23