Job title
Personal Assistant (PA)
Reporting to
The Employer
Location
Finchfield, Wolverhampton WV3
Job purpose
To assist with a variety of tasks which will assist the person who needs care and support to live their personal and social life according to their wishes and interests.
About the employer
Our client is a 52-year-old male living in Finchfield, Wolverhampton who is looking to recruit a Personal Assistant to provide support with accessing suitable activities of the client’s choice.
Main duties
Social duties
* Keep in touch and socialise with family and friends
* Access activities such as Tenpin Bowling and going to WV Active Aldersley Gym
* Attend a disco at Goodyears
These duties may vary from day-to-day.
Person you are looking for
Values: Someone that is honest, reliable, punctual, non‑judgemental, ability to build good relationships based on trust and respect, flexible, adaptable, easy going, able to work alone, positive, willingness to travel and understands equality & diversity.
Specific requirements
* Someone with previous care & support experience
* Someone that has worked with individuals with Down Syndrome
* Must be a driver with their own vehicle
Hours of work
3 hours per week on Saturday.
May be extra hours available on Wednesday evenings.
Rate of pay
£13.50 per hour
Skills, qualifications, and experience
Essential:
* Full UK Driving licence
* Car and appropriate insurance
* Previous care & support worker experience
* Confidentiality
* Good at building relationships
* Good communicator
* A good listener
* Ability to support people with complex support needs
Successful applicants will require DBS checks & Employment References.
This role is funded by the Local Authority and is paid 4 weekly.
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