Active woman with learning difficulties living in her own home in Gifford, East Lothian, is looking for permanent and relief female Personal Assistants to join a small existing team.
The following hours need to be filled:
Permanent staff
* Friday, 16:00 to 09:30 Saturday. Must be able to drive.
* Alternate weekends: Saturday 09:30 to 17:00; Sunday 09:30 to 17:00.
* Shifts may be split between one or two workers. Applications for 15 hours or less per week are welcome.
Relief staff
* Hours available on an ad hoc basis as and when required to cover staff illness and holidays.
Duties
* Support her in daily life, ensuring safety and wellbeing.
* Assist with personal hobbies and activities: arts & crafts, cycling, walking, badminton, golf, swimming, gardening.
* Assist with cooking, laundry, personal care, general housekeeping.
Requirements
* Experience in the care sector is advantageous.
* Full clean driving licence valid in the UK (automatic car). Own vehicle preferable due to poor public transport.
* Member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme or willing to join.
Pay & Hours
Rate of pay: £13.00 per hour from 06:00 to 21:30. Night pay: £12.00 per hour from 21:30 to 06:00. Occasional overtime may be required.
To apply: Send CV quoting reference CJ WN EL and stating shifts/hours willing to do, to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk.
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