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_This post has been placed by Peterborough Council for Voluntary Service on behalf of a client. The client will be the employer but will use PCVS as a third party for the purposes of applications._
We are seeking two experienced, compassionate Personal Healthcare Assistants to support an elderly gentleman living at home with his family and pets. The client is registered severely sight impaired and is living with a neurological condition that affects his speech (non-verbal), swallowing (PEG-fed), and mobility (bedbound).
Despite these challenges, he has excellent hearing and a warm sense of humour. This role is essential in supporting the family to deliver high-quality care at home, avoiding hospitalization and promoting the client’s dignity, comfort, and well-being.
*Key Responsibilities*
The Personal Healthcare Assistants will work closely with the family and healthcare professionals to provide sensitive, timely, and skilled care.
*Duties include:*
Personal care including washing, dressing, and hygiene
PEG feeding, fluid/nutritional monitoring, and medication administration
Respiratory support using cough assist and suction machine
Safe hoisting and manual handling
Positioning and physiotherapy (under guidance)
Ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive home environment
Domestic support (laundry, cleaning related to the client’s care)
Supporting the client’s social and emotional well-being
Accurate daily reporting and communication with family
Participating in paid induction and ongoing training
Ensuring good communication and team consistency
Confidential handling of all personal and family-related matters
*Candidate Requirements*
* Essentia*l:
Health and Social Care Level 2 Diploma (or NVQ equivalent) and a Care Certificate
At least 2 years’ experience in home-based complex care
Calm, reliable, observant, and able to respond appropriately in an emergency
Full clean UK driving license
Enhanced DBS (will be arranged post-offer)
Two references, including most recent employer
Proficiency in English and Right to Work in the UK
* Desirable*:
Prior experience working in palliative care and familiarity with physiotherapy/respiratory equipment
Experience in using Peg feeding systems
*Working Pattern*
Up to 35 hours per week to be shared between two assistants
Flexibility including occasional evenings and weekends
Cover expected for holiday/sickness with advance notice
Working hours to be discussed at interview
*Benefits*
£15.50 per hour
5.6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata)
Paid induction and ongoing training
Supportive, respectful working environment
Opportunity to make a genuine difference to one person’s life and well-being
*Application*
*To express interest, please send a CV and a short cover note confirming:*
Your availability (days/hours per week)
Relevant experience
Earliest possible start date
*Please only apply if you have a full UK driving license and at least 2 years care experience supporting individuals with complex care needs. *
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £15.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
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