I'm a friendly, chatty young gentleman who lives in Galashiels with a mild learning/physical disability that requires me to be in a wheelchair. I'm looking for a PA for daily morning, lunchtime, teatime and bedtime visits when I'm at home, but I also like to go for days out/weekends away, so I need someone to support me with personal care and keep me safe, whilst encouraging as much independence as possible. This can be a job share between PAs or one PA, hours can be made full time.
Main tasks and responsibilities
· Support to get up, showered/washed/dried and dressed
· Support with toileting
· Prep and serve breakfast/lunch/dinner
· Support with bedtime clothing/personal care
· Escorted to appointments
· I also would like a PA to escort me to activities as and when needed
· Driver as I have a mobility car
Personal attributes
· Kind and caring with a good sense of humour
· Patient and friendly
· Practical and a good communicator
· Trustworthy and reliable
· Driving Licence essential
· Experience with moving and handling or willingness to learn
Hours
· Blocks of hours for personal care, activities, W/Ends away, Days Out, etc.
· Times are flexible and can be discussed with suitable candidates
The terms
· £14.20 per hour
· Expenses paid when out with the client
· 5.6 weeks annual leave on a pro rata basis
· PVG/References Required
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £14.20 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Work Location: In person