Description
The job itself
Support is required for a friendly, easy-going 30-year-old woman with Cerebral Palsy and a full-time wheelchair user.
A reliable, supportive Personal Assistant who is patient, calm-natured, and easy to get along with is required. A positive and relaxed working relationship is important to this lady.
The role involves a mixture of practical support with daily living tasks, assistance with physiotherapy/wellbeing, and support to attend appointments, activities and social outings.
A calm and reassuring manner is essential due to the lady experiencing anxiety at times.
About the Role:
Support is required across a minimum of four days per week, 5 days is preferable.
Working days are flexible and can be agreed together on interview. This may include weekdays and/or occasional weekend support. Flexibility is important, particularly for prearranged appointments.
Working times are agreed in advance, providing flexibility while maintaining consistent weekly hours. Some days may involve shorter visits, while others may involve longer due to appointments or outings.
Duties May Include:
1. Assistance with personal care (to be discussed in detail on interview).
2. Support with exercises.
3. Meal preparation and assistance at mealtimes.
4. Medication organisation.
5. Driving to appointments.
6. Support with gym / activities.
7. Assistance with transfers when required.
8. Support with social outings and activities.
9. Occasional assistance with phone calls or paperwork.
Essential Requirements (Please Read Before Applying);
10. Female applicants only. A genuine occupational requirement applies (Equality Act 2010).
11. Aged 30 or over (vehicle insurance requirement).
12. Full UK driving licence.
13. Comfortable driving a Motability vehicle.
14. Able to lift a manual wheelchair into a car.
Please only apply if you meet ALL essential requirements.
DBS/Reference checks will be required for this post - Cost to be met by the local authority.