Personal/Home Care Assistant
Boley Park, Lichfield
JOB REF: MS0226
I am looking for a Personal Assistant / Carer to provide care for my wife.
I am bed bound following a stroke, and can only move my head, have almost no communication and am PEG fed.
My current care is provided by a care agency and my husband. General responsibilities of a PA for me include some personal care, hand washing, hair washing and providing company.
You will receive:
1. A rate of pay of up to £13.89 per hour (which will be reviewed annually)
2. A pension if eligible
3. 5.6 weeks per year pro rata annual leave
4. Full certificated training on all aspects of the role
Hours available:
5. There are 2 part time roles available, which can be combined for the right candidate
6. 10 hours per week usually working 6.45am-8.45am Monday – Friday
7. 17.5 hours per week usually working 12.00pm-3.30pm Monday – Friday
8. Or 27.5 hours per week working the above
9. There is the opportunity to work additional hours on occasions in relation to holidays and sickness.
What’s Required:
10. Provide assistance with some personal care, general domestic duties, hand and hair washing.
11. Flexibility in working hours essential.
12. Some weekend work appreciated.
13. Daily support with use and care of a suction machine is required occasionally. Training will be provided.
14. An enhanced DBS check, the cost will be met by the Employer