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A care service provider is seeking a Female Care Assistant for a lady aged 44 in Newton Aycliffe. The role involves assisting with personal care, meal preparation, and light household duties. The ideal applicant will enjoy helping others and have a good sense of humour. Own transportation is necessary, and the salary offered is £13 per hour for approximately 10.5 hours a week.
Please note FEMALE APPLICANTS only due to personal care requirements.
Female Care Assistant required to support female aged 44 years living in Newton Aycliffe.Last year I was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND). I can no longer stand or walk and I’m a full time wheelchair user. I use a ceiling track hoist to transfer, which I am able to assist you with. I’m able to use my arms so I do have some independence. I currently have no issues breathing or swallowing.I work full time in a college in Darlington.I am looking for someone to assist me in getting up and dressed, ready for work, and helping me out of the house and into my taxi. I would then require help with my personal care and getting me changed and ready for the evening/bed. I may also require support with household jobs such washing up, laundry, changing beds and vacuuming as needed.Hours/Wage6.45-7.30am (45 mins) each week day7-7.45pm (45 mins) each eveningSome flexibility on the morning times during school holidays would be appreciated, if possible.1.5 hours per day. 10.5 hours per week.£13 per hour.DutiesHelping with dressing and undressingHelping with personal careUsing a ceiling track hoistAssisting me to prepare food/drinkLight household duties (washing up, vacuuming, laundry etc.)Supporting me to remain as independent as possible
You will not be required to administer any medication.Please note - it is important to remember that my needs will change as the disease progresses.Additional Requirements/InformationMust like dogs. We have two.Good sense of humour essential!Own transport required due to timing of calls.No need to have experience of working with MND patients - we are all different anyway.
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