Job Title: Female Personal Assistant, to be employed or self-employed

Location: Horsham

Hourly rate: £14 per hour employed, £18 per hour self-employed (negotiable)

Reference: CZ8081

Hours/shifts: initially required are Monday to Friday 7:00pm – 8.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 8.00am -10.00am & 7.00pm – 8.00pm, more hours maybe available by mutual agreement.

Some additional hours to cover other PA ie sickness or annual leave and currently works (Monday - Friday 7.30 – 12.30)

Summary

I am a lady in my mid sixties and seeking experienced honest, reliable, punctual personal assistants to join my team of care PA’s working either as self-employed or on an employed basis.

I have recently been diagnosed with two degenerative neurological diseases which have been life changing and has limited what I am now able to do for myself.

You must have a caring nature, positive attitude to match mine, patience, sense of humour and able to work under own initiative.

As my symptoms can vary even hourly you will need to be flexible and respond appropriately to my frequent symptom/medication induced changes that happen many times day.

In my spare time I have enjoyed many outdoor activities travelled a lot, wildlife, walking, National Trust, gardening, watching sport.

My hope is that by having support which will save my energy, that I can enjoy some of my passions again and perhaps you can even introduce me to some new ones.

If you feel you are able to provide any of the support I need then please apply.

I would consider a live-in arrangement to allow for versatility or care work with the rest of the PA team.

Other Requirements

• "Exemption is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9."

• Non smoker required due to medical reasons

• Must have a UK driving licence

• Must have access to own vehicle

• Other :

All applicants must be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued employment contracts.

Description

Typical duties

Domestic -

Meal preparation and giving encouragement to eat

Light household cleaning

Laundry

Food shopping online and in store

Keeping online diary up to date

Administration work including emails and appointment organisation paperwork

Personal Care:

Assistance with showering and dressing

As my needs increase then there will be more personal care needed

Oversee physio exercises

Prescription ordering/collection, promoting to take meds on time

Social:

Social trips out

Accompany to appointments when needed.

Person specification

The successful applicant will be:

Female * due to personal care needs

Respectful of the employer’s privacy and confidentiality

Reliable with good time-keeping

Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative

Hygienic, tidy minded and well organised

Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties

Patience and possess excellent interpersonal skills

Honest and cheerful

Excellent English and communication skills

Legally permitted to work in the United Kingdom

Able to work at all times to high standards of Health & Safety

Previous experience preferred but this is not as essential as a kind and common sense approach to these roles. Training will be provided.

Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position you will be employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives