Personal Assistant/Carer

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, kind and patient personal assistant/carer to provide assistance and personal care to a 38 year old disabled lady in her own home. She enjoys being out on the community and you would need to be able to assist her with this.

Whilst previous care work experience is an advantage, it is more important that you are kind, patient and outgoing. All training can be given.

PLEASE do not apply for this position if you are not female and you do not have a valid, clean manual driving licence.

The hours available are on Thursday and Friday from 9am to 7 or 8pm. These hours are not flexible.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily routines such as bathing, dressing and continence management.
• Support with activities out of the home, sometimes alongside another carer.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance overall well-being.
• Help with household tasks including cleaning of bedroom and bathroom and occasional ironing.

Skills

• Experience of care work is an advantage but training can be given. Must be comfortable with providing personal care and continence management.
• Strong understanding of care plans and ability to follow detailed instructions precisely.
• Excellent communication skills in English to be able to understand both verbal and written instructions.
• Valid manual driving licence with the ability to drive safely and responsibly.

Pay: £13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 22.0 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Paid training

Work Location: In person