Job Title: Personal Care Assistant/ Support Worker

Location: Rustington West Sussex

Hourly rate: £12.50

Reference: DP2127

Hours/shifts: Mondays 11 hours available-flexible times, Fridays-2 hours available.

Summary

I am a 32 year old lady who is friendly and loves to talk. I am looking for a PA to work as part of a team of carers who provide a 24 hour care regime for me. Hours may vary and could include overnight and weekends and holiday cover for primary carer (mother).

I need someone to assist me with basic personal care and help me to learn and practise independent living skills. Also to supervise me within and outside of the home.

I also require guidance and supervision as I am not always aware of my personal safety.

I have two cats so must like cats and help me look after them from time to time.

I have occasional epileptic seizure - training will be given on how to manage this

Full driving licence would be useful, as I love going out for lunches, socialising and going to music concerts and events.

Other Requirements

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

• Must like cats

Must have a UK driving license

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

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

Description

Typical duties

Domestic:

General Household duties.

Personal Care:

Support required with showering.

Assistance needed for toileting.

Minimal personal care required.

Social:

Assistance in the community, for example: swimming, shopping and going for a coffee.

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

Possess patience and excellent interpersonal skills

Happy honest and cheerful

Creative

Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard

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.

Please note, if you are successful in your application for this role you will be employed directly through the individual and not Independent Lives.