Dewis Centre for Independent Living
15 per month
Upper Boat
Part-time

PM2267 Personal Assistant

Please quote reference PM2267 on application, Apply Now 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Part-Time Personal Assistant

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I’m a 77 year old woman living in Upper Boat on a farm not far from the main roundabout. I have Multiple Sclerosis and my husband is my main support with day to day. We have 2 Border Collies in the house.

I enjoy watching TV, especially football and am an ex-bank manager.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

You will provide me with support within my home, assisting me with daily needs. My husband will be available to help as and when required.

HOURS OF WORK

 

16 hours per week, usually one to two hours at a time

 

RATES OF PAY

 

£15.00 per hour

 

TASKS WILL INCLUDE

  • Assisting me out of bed in the morning with the assistance of my husband
  • Supporting to bath as and when required
  • Styling my hair neatly and assisting me with dressing
  • Assisting me with my evening routine – changing into pyjamas
  • Personal care needs in relation to using the toilet
  • Using the hoists and follow the manual handling plan that is in place

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

  • You must have a confident and direct approach in communication
  • Proactive in situations and be able to problem solve on your own initiative
  • Must be ok with dogs in the home
  • Experience using a hoist and safe manual handling techniques

 ABOUT THE JOB

This position is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (Police Check), which must be completed prior to the commencement of employment. The cost of this check will be covered by the Local Authority.

All necessary checks will be conducted to verify that any candidate has the legal right to work in the UK before employment begins.

Although this is a part-time role, it is a legitimate position requiring the submission of a National Insurance number. Employment will commence under an initial trial period.

Wages will be paid on a monthly basis and appropriate holiday pay will be provided.

Please note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not serve as your employer or be liable for any issues arising from your employment should you be offered the position.

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