Female Personal Care Assistant for a lady with multiple complex needs
Female Personal Care Assistant for a lady who has multiple complex needs, non verbal communication, epilepsy, double incontinence and is paraplegic, The lady lives in Newton Aycliffe.
The role will be part of a two person care team at all times.
Hours:
Alternative weeks, day shift/night shift. 36 hours/week day shift & 35 hours/week night shift
Flexibility is required to cover carer holidays and respite cover for parents
Rate of pay: £13.50 per hour weekdays & £16.00 per hour weekends
Benefits
- Holiday entitlement 5.6 weeks pro rata
- Pension scheme available
All personal hygiene, ensuring cleanliness and skin care at all times, necessitating moving to the shower bed prior to showering, using ceiling track hoist.
Bowel management, requiring daily suppositories
Continual monitoring of the clients body position and clothing to ensure skin integrity
Moving from bed to wheelchair and vice versa using powered ceiling hoist
Take and support client to her daily community activities, these are physical activities for the carer including walking, ramps, operating and securing a powered wheelchair. Taking client in and out of her adaptive vehicle
Driving the adaptive vehicle, clean British Manual Driving Licence required. Professional driver training will be provided
Food preparation and meal time supervision
Administration of all medication in line with prescriptions
Administration of epilepsy rescue medication when needed
Aid with the Nippy cough medicine 4 times per day
Training will be given on all equipment and processes
A DBS will be required prior to commencement of employment
Key Responsibilities
Services
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Care
- Social + Leisure activities
Training
- Moving & Handling
Transportation
- Full UK driving license
- Can drive a motability equipped car
Medical
- Safe Administration of Medication
- Epilepsy Awareness
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Female Personal Care Assistant for a lady with multiple complex needs in Newton Aycliffe 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.
