Personal Care Assistant for a mature adult 22 hr/wk@ £13.74/hr in Hexham - FTE - £26.8k
Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 33554f57
Family is looking for carers who can support an older gentleman in the Bellingham area. They are recruiting a team of carers to support him within the family home. The gentleman has Motor Neuron Disease (MND), hypertension, and reduced mobility, which increases his fall risk. He enjoys watching TV, rugby, rowing, and listening to classical music.
Hours of work: 22 hours per week, including day, evening, and weekend calls, three times daily, seven days a week.
Days and times: To be discussed at interview.
Rate of Pay: £13.74 per hour
Location: Bellingham area
Main Duties: Supporting hoist transfers, personal hygiene, continence care, showering while helping to reduce fall risk, and providing cover during holidays and sickness.
Personal Specification:
* Calm, patient, and understanding
* Honest, reliable, and caring
* Punctual, trustworthy, and respects confidentiality
* Positive and outgoing personality
* Ability to follow instructions and use own initiative
* Experience in health & social care desirable, especially with physical and mental health needs
Further Information: An Enhanced DBS check is required (cost covered by employer).
Training: Training in health and safety, moving and handling, medication awareness, and client-specific care will be provided and required.
Key Responsibilities:
* Personal Care
* Social and leisure activities
* Supporting independence
Training Provided:
* Essential PA Guide
* Safeguarding Adults/Children
* Moving & Handling
* Food Hygiene
* First Aid
* Hand Hygiene
Medical Responsibilities:
* Continence Care
* Catheterisation
Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com.
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