JOB DESCRIPTION FOR A CARER To assist a 52 year old disabled man with day-to-day activities to maintain an independent life. I am a sociable and outgoing person with lots of interests. I use an electric wheelchair but also have a manual one. I live independently in a bungalow in the Macclesfield area and have an adapted car with ramp so that I can travel in my wheelchair. I use a communication device to talk. I enjoy going out for meals/drinks and having barbecues and general socialising. I am a member of the Wheelies Sports Club who meet on a Saturday which I and my PA attend. I'm also a member of Stockport's boccia club. Boccia is a game little bit like bowls. I also enjoy the company of my friends and family who come to visit me at home on a regular basis or I go and visit them. I am looking for a Personal Assistant to enable me to maintain my independence. I have care 24hrs a day, 7 days a week. The job will also involve some doctors and dentist appointments, travelling / attending meetings and visits. MAIN DUTIES · Assistance with personal care, including washing, shaving, toileting, bathing and dressing etc. · Preparation of all of my food and drinks · Cooking · Laundry · Housework (keeping the house tidy, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, etc · Shopping for food, clothing and items for the house (I like to shop and this would be a joint activity) · Social outings PERSON SPECIFICATION · Trustworthy · Honest and reliable · Tidy appearance · Flexible · Sociable · Patient · Good sense of humour/ cheerful · Computer literacy would be an advantage · Non smoker preferred · Clean driving licence essential PAY RATES Weekdays- £15.80 per hour Weekends - £15.80 per hour Nights - £90.00 per hour Bank Holidays - £5.80 per hour