Personal Care Assistant (5-6 days/Wk) for Female Client, up to 9 Hrs/Wk @ £12.38 P/H Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: e3582b4b Hi. I am a woman of 53 years, living in Norwich with my partner and daughter. I am a writer and creative person who loves to read, write poetry and prose, and craft items when I am able. I am keen to get back into my garden again at some point. I’m living with severe rheumatoid arthritis, premenopausal bone and muscle pain, trigeminal neuralgia and intense fatigue, which greatly limit my mobility meaning I currently spend all of my time in bed and require daily support with personal care and light household tasks. My movements are slow and painful so tasks take longer than they would otherwise. I would like gentle support with movement and exercise to strengthen muscles so I can move around more easily in the future. I have a manual wheelchair which it would be great to be able to use again to get out into nature and my local community. I have a good sense of humour and am usually quite upbeat and positive however my challenging situation means I am prone to moments of depression and feeling weepy. I have good days and less good days so need people around me who are kind, empathetic, patient and understanding. About the Role: I’m looking for a reliable, friendly, and compassionate female personal assistant/carer to support me with day-to-day personal care and occasional household tasks, as well as providing company and assistance. With the right support and therapies, I hope to improve my mobility and independence in time. LOCATION: Norwich, NR3 JOB DESCRIPTION Morning, Afternoon &/or Evening Support: Assist with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting) Ensuring room & equipment are clean and organised Arrange essential items within reach (books, laptop, medication, etc.) Refilling hot water bottles and making tea Occasional / As Required: Light house tidying and occasional laundry Assistance with small movement exercises & walking when able Gradual support to get outdoors into the garden or local community when possible Providing support as needed PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential: Kind, patient, sympathetic, understanding approach Able to demonstrate empathy without patronising Good communication skills and sense of humour balanced with a mature approach to work Friendly, calm, confident manner remaining mindful of my right to privacy, dignity & respect Have an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all areas of work Able to follow instruction and/or act independently as appropriate Physically confident to assist with movement Reliable, trustworthy & honest character Desirable: Flexibility in working hours to accommodate our individual needs Experience in a similar care or support role Relevant qualifications or training SUMMARY TERMS & CONDITIONS Rate of pay : £12.38 per hour for employed PA and £14.94 per hour for self-employed PA Hours and times of work : up to 9 hours / week. Flexible times – to be negotiated at interview: Mon-Wed Evening shift (8-9pm) Thurs-Fri Morning shift (8:30-10am) = Total 6hrs / week with additional hours every other weekend (e.g. Sat Sun 10:30am-11:30pm) Other working arrangements can be discussed Annual holiday entitlement : equivalent to the work I would normally expect to be done during 5.6 consecutive weeks (statutory entitlement) THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING: DBS: A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer References : Satisfactory references from two referees, including current or most recent employer Probationary period : Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of six months Key Responsibilities Services Personal Care Domestic Care Social Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide Moving & Handling Food Hygiene First Aid Hand hygiene Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com