Personal Assistant/Support Worker - 16 Hours per Week plus holiday and sickness cover
Rate of pay: £14.67 per hour
Hours: 16 hours per week
Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Times: 5.00pm-9.00pm
About me
I am a female who is bed bound and has complex healthcare needs, including diabetes and POTS. I describe myself as quite fragile and I am looking for an experienced and reliable Personal Assistant who can provide the physical and practical support I need in my own home. I have a liquid diet and require support with personal care, dressing, medication, household tasks and running errands.
About the role Your duties will include:
- Supporting me with personal care and dressing
- Safe administration of medication
- Meal preparation and support with my liquid diet
- Domestic tasks and general household chores
- Running errands on my behalf
- Moving and handling
- Supporting me to remain as independent as possible
About you I am looking for someone who is:
- Mature and experienced
- Trustworthy and reliable
- An excellent timekeeper
- Confident with personal care and practical household tasks
- Fully flexible and willing to provide additional cover when required
- Able to cover other members of my care team during annual leave and sickness
- Happy to take a flexible, give-and-take approach as part of my care team
- Up to date with COVID vaccinations, or willing to obtain these
- A driver with their own vehicle – essential
I welcome applications from both male and female applicants.
Flexibility is particularly important to me. I need someone who can reliably work the contracted hours, but who is also willing and able to provide additional cover when other members of my care team are on annual leave or absent due to sickness. For the right person, there may also be an opportunity to progress to a Team Lead role.
Working hours
- Monday: 5.00pm-9.00pm
- Tuesday: 5.00pm-9.00pm
- Thursday: 5.00pm-9.00pm
- Friday: 5.00pm-9.00pm
Key skills: Personal care | Medication administration | Meal preparation | Domestic support | Moving and handling | Safeguarding | Food hygiene | Hand hygiene | Supporting independence
Key Responsibilities
Services
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Care
- Domestic Care
- Support to remain independent
Training
- Essential PA Guide
- Safeguarding Adults/Children
- Moving & Handling
- Food Hygiene
- Hand hygiene
Medical
- Safe Administration of Medication
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Personal Assistant/Support Worker – 16 Hours per Week plus holiday and sickness cover in Cramlington employer: UKCIL Ltd
UKCIL Ltd is an excellent employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work culture, making it a rewarding place for Personal Assistants to thrive. With a focus on employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying flexible hours and a friendly environment in vibrant Bristol. Join us to help empower individuals and foster social connections in a role that truly matters.
