P/A for a person starting 1-2hrs/wk @ £15.00/hr in BS34 Ad-hoc emergency rate available. Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: fb692482 Why am I looking for a care assistant? To build up a caring connection with me around a weekly contact point as well as for additional ad-hoc occasions and care support needs. These might take the form of eg; Picking up prescriptions if I am ill Driving to/attending medical appointments (future op needs will include wheelchair walks etc) Driving me to some social events & waiting with me an hour usually. What would the role look like? Weekly meet ups together to build up a good friendly team bond together; these would be mainly social / chat type (up to 2 hours) Ad-hoc hours to support medical appointments or unfortunate hiccups etc (Premium paid for flexibility) Potential for occasional overnight stays / support What are the qualities I would prioritise in a care assistant? 1. Empathy - Responsive / tuned in 2. Ad-hoc 24 hour / emergency rate willing 3. Understand how anxiety naturally builds during extreme stress or pain (& use supportive techniques to see it through) 4. Step into decisions with me plus: kind, calm, softer nature Perceptive, sensitive insight Pragmatic Mature outlook A good sense of humour sometimes helps in some situations too Flexible to changing needs (Would be a huge advantage if you also wished to have accommodation in a country setting one day in the near future still performing role of P.A for me) How would I describe myself? Empathic, caring lady with a passion for animals-linked with a dream of a possible move to a more countryside environment with accommodation for a P.A. What else does the role need? Be kind and comfortable around a small nervous "no touch" medical assistance dog who can occasionally be wary of you (& therefore slightly 'protective' of me) until She knows you. Key Responsibilities Services Domestic Care Social Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide Moving & Handling Food Hygiene First Aid Hand hygiene Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com