Personal Assistant

Pay: Day Starting Rate £15 / Sleeping Nights Starting Rate £14

Schedule: 12-15 hour shifts

Job Type: CONTRACT Initial 6-month probationary period with formal supervision at 3 months

Job Description: Personal Assistant

Job Summary

The role of the Personal Assistant (PA) is to provide tailored, person-centred support to our Client, with a focus on enhancing their emotional, physical, and psychological wellbeing. PA may include companionship, attending appointments, helping with daily tasks, and enabling the client to live as independently and meaningfully as possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support and companionship, helping our client to engage with the community and maintain social and emotional connections.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as shopping, cleaning, cooking, and medication prompts or administration (if required).
• Accompany our client to medical, therapy, or social appointments and support them to manage communications with professionals.
• Support our client in achieving agreed goals set during any Therapy input, Care Manager advice, maintaining accurate written records of progress.
• Encourage participation in activities that promote physical and mental well-being, including exercise and hobbies.
• Monitor for changes in the client’s mood or behaviour and report any concerns promptly to the Care Manager.
• Respect confidentiality and maintain professional boundaries at all times.
• Promote our client’s independence by supporting them to make informed decisions.
• Keep up to date with CARE Ltd. policies, procedures, and any relevant training.
• Driver due to location and our client's social requirements

Crisis and Mental Health Support

• Be familiar with local mental health services and resources.
• Know how to respond appropriately in crisis situations, including a mental health emergency.
• Remain calm, professional, and supportive under pressure while following CARE Ltd.'s safeguarding and crisis procedures.

Meetings and Supervision

• Attend telephone debrief when required
• Make reasonable efforts to attend scheduled meetings; additional payment will be made if meetings fall outside your normal working hours.
• Collaborate with treating professionals to ensure a consistent and coordinated approach.

All offers of employment are subject to a DBS check, two excellent references, and proof of right to work in the UK.

This post is covered by the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Clause 1 (1)

Join us in delivering exceptional support that empowers individuals to live fuller lives. Your dedication can truly transform everyday moments into meaningful experiences!

Work Location: In person

CARE031 RW

Pay: £14.00-£15.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• Do you require sponsorship or are you restricted in the number of hours you may work?
• Driver preferred due to location. Are you a driver with a car?

Work Location: In person