Overview
Position Title: Personal Assistant
Location: Southwell, Nottinghamshire (Southwell, East Midlands)
Hourly Rate: £12.92 rising to £13.40 once training successfully completed
Hours per Week: Shifts: 1 hour each morning and evening, plus a flexible 8 hours across the week
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Job Reference: SOLOABL
About the role
I am an independent elderly lady living with type 2 respiratory failure. I live in my own home and require 1:1 support each morning and evening to help with preparing meals and drinks, chores around the home, mobility support and support with my Nippy respiratory mask. Social interaction is very important to me; I enjoy a relaxed, respectful and kind company. I am learning to play bridge, enjoy crafts and theatre, and socialising with friends. I am looking for a personal assistant to support me within my own home as well as out in the community.
About you
The ideal person will live locally and be able to work flexibly. You should be caring, confident, attentive and willing to learn. You need to be honest, calm and have a good sense of humour and a zest for life. Being a good communicator is essential. Previous experience is not required as full training will be provided.
I like to get out into the community. Car drivers with a full, clean driving licence are essential, and candidates must meet motor insurance requirements.
Benefits
* 5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions).
* Company pension scheme after 3 months’ service, subject to scheme rules.
* Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan after successful probation completion.
* Free training and development for all roles.
* Access to wellbeing and support tools.
* “Star of the Month” rewards.
* And more.
Safer recruitment
All roles are subject to a successful DBS disclosure and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment is conditional on receipt of two satisfactory references. See our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information.
Safeguarding commitment
Solo Support Services promotes safety, health and well-being and believes safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to fair recruitment and promotion on the basis of ability and suitability for the role.
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