PA/Carer Wanted for Saturday Support DP1329a

Initially 6 hours per week, but may be more.

Hourly pay rate: To be discussed.

We are looking for a kind, reliable and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to support our 39-year-old son, who has cerebral palsy and is a full-time wheelchair user. This is a lovely opportunity for someone who enjoys helping others, values companionship and wants to make a positive difference to someone's day.

The role will mainly involve providing support on Saturdays, helping him get up, washed and dressed using a ceiling hoist, as well as assisting with his morning medication. Once ready for the day, there may be the opportunity to enjoy a swim together in our own heated swimming pool, followed by brunch and perhaps a little trip out to enjoy the local area.

We are looking for someone who is happy to get involved, encourage independence where possible and make the most of the day together. We would ideally like someone who is caring, patient, trustworthy and proactive, with a friendly personality and a good sense of humour.

Previous experience in care, working with wheelchair users or using hoists would be an advantage, although the right attitude and a genuine interest in supporting someone are just as important.

The position is based in a village just outside Chichester and will involve approximately six hours per week, mainly on Saturdays, although there may occasionally be opportunities for additional hours. It would also be helpful if you could offer some flexible, occasional cover when our regular carer is on holiday.

If you are a warm-hearted, dependable person who enjoys helping someone have a fulfilling and enjoyable day, we would love to hear from you.

Duties include:

• Personal grooming
• Eating and drinking assistance
• Moving and handling
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Bathroom assistance
• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Must be comfortable with pets
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
• Medication prompting/administering
• Dressing / undressing

Candidate qualities:

• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Must be comfortable with pets
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

Additional requirements:

• Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
• All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
• If the role is offered on a self-employed basis, you will be responsible for the cost of your own DBS check.
• If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives.
• The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer.
• If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

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