I am a 44-year-old gentleman who lives in Dundrennan. I have a diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) or otherwise known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and this is a debilitating health condition that causes me great difficulty when carrying out daily living tasks and specifically personal care, especially on a relapse of my condition. I am looking for a PA to support with personal care tasks typically on a weekly basis, but hours may vary week to week depending on my needs and childcare situation as I have my children a week at a time.
Duties –
1. Personal care duties required i.e. meal preparation. On my worst days I will be bedridden and require support with all personal care tasks i.e. dressing, washing, getting in/out of bed etc.
2. Provide any assistance to client as required
3. Help with outings
Person Spec
4. Reliable
5. Valid Driving Licence
6. Experience in Adult Care
7. Strong character
8. Great sense of humour
9. Ability to use own initiative
10. Flexible
11. Person-centred approach
12. Patient and sensitive to client’s needs
13. Cheerful/positive individual
14. Trustworthy
15. Good communicator
16. Candid
17. Integrity
18. Compassionate
19. Honest
20. Happy around dog
Hours of work
6 hours per week – can be flexible with days/times upon discussion
Terms of the role
21. £12.60 per hour
22. Paid annual leave
23. PVG required