About The Employer
A PA is required for a 62‑year‑old woman living in the Penshaw area who has cerebral palsy. She uses a wheelchair and requires 24/7 care. The position is a fixed‑term contract covering maternity leave, 40 hours per week, working a night‑shift pattern of 4 nights on and 4 nights off (10pm–8am).
The client experiences muscular contractures and pain, which impact her ability for self‑feeding, dressing and all aspects of personal care. Skin integrity requires constant monitoring. Daily medication administration is required. A Nomad tray is provided. Experience with moving and handling is beneficial; electric hoists for bedroom and bathroom moving are available in the client’s home.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Support and/or prompt with personal care, including toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, and dressing.
* Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and feeding.
* Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication.
* Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
Only candidates aged 18 or over should apply for this position as you will be required to administer medication.
The individual's needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.
You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You must also report defects and/or hazards that may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.
Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs covered).
Required Skills
* Honesty, reliability, trustworthiness and punctuality.
* Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
* Work on own initiative and as part of a team.
* Follow instructions accurately.
* Be patient, supportive and caring.
* Have good listening skills and be able to provide non‑judgemental emotional support.
* Be empathetic.
* Previous caring experience is essential.
* Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employer’s needs on a daily basis.
* Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may vary.
* Have a lively personality.
Required Training
Successful candidates are required to undertake any training that is considered necessary and appropriate to the role, including moving and handling. Training will be provided by the employer. Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.
This Position Will Require
Waking nights and sleep‑ins.
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