Job Title: Personal Assistant - (Care/Support)
Location:
Kendal, Cumbria
Salary:
£17.89 per hour plus excellent benefits
Vacancy Type:
Permanent
Hours:
11 hours per week (On-call support required up to 6 weeks per year)
Driver:
Essential
Closing Date:
20th July 2025
About the Role:
Oaklea is seeking new Personal Assistants to support a gentleman with learning disabilities in Kendal. Experience is desirable but not essential; full training will be provided. The role involves providing companionship, supporting hobbies and interests, meal preparation, and administering emergency oral medication. Experience supporting individuals with epilepsy is a plus but not required, as training will be provided.
Requirements:
* A positive attitude and shared values
* Good communication, organization, and paperwork skills
* Energy, enthusiasm, and vigor
* Full driving licence
* Ability to work across different days and shifts
* Enhanced DBS check (paid for by Oaklea)
Additional Information:
Due to the nature of the position, there is a genuine occupational requirement to recruit male applicants. This role is exempt under the Equality Act 2010.
Benefits:
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with long service
* £500 cash incentive after 6 months probation
* Service-related sick pay after 6 months
* Pension contributions into NEST Scheme
* Private Health Care
* Employee assistance program
* Recognition awards every 5 years
* Training and development opportunities
Notes:
On-call support is available during respite periods. Support includes acting as an advocate and supporting the gentleman until he feels well again. Call-outs are infrequent and paid additionally.
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