Male Personal Assistant/Support Worker

The Rowan Organisation; Llandudno Junction; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established charity organization is seeking dedicated individuals to provide personal assistance to a severely disabled man. This permanent role involves supporting personal care, household tasks, and daily activities, ensuring a high standard of care and respect for privacy. Ideal candidates will have experience with physical disabilities and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in someone's life while working in a supportive environment. If you are compassionate, reliable, and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring for individuals with physical disabilities is desirable.
• Training will be provided for manual handling and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily tasks.
• Administer medication and assist with mobility and hygiene.
• Record information and support communication with the team.

Skills

Experience with physical disabilities

Manual handling

Good communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Basic hygiene and food safety awareness

Education

Training in personal care

DBS check

Job description

Job Description

Job Reference: JD-CH-CCC34 Created: 09/21

Job Title: Male Personal Assistant/Support Worker

Hours: 35 hours a week plus 1 or 2 sleep-in night shifts a week. You will also be required to cover annual leave and sickness when necessary. Living within a 20-mile radius of Llandudno Junction is desirable. This is a permanent position, and we are looking for staff who can make a long-term commitment.

Rates of Pay: £12.00 per hour.

Location: Llandudno Junction

Closing date: 13.1.2025

Exception applied under the Equality Act 2010.

Disclaimer: The Rowan Organisation is a registered charity which supports people who employ their own staff through Direct Payments. Please be aware that this role is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer, and you will not be employed by The Rowan Organisation, nor will we be held responsible for any situation arising from your employment.

About the job:

We are looking for experienced carers for full-time work with a severely disabled man. This is a permanent position, and we are looking for staff who can make a long-term commitment.

Main tasks:

1. Provide support for personal care, household chores, and daily tasks.
2. Administer medication, assist with toileting, washing, dressing/undressing, and application of prescribed dressings.
3. Assist with moving and handling, including using a hoist (full training provided).
4. Cover for annual leave and sickness, which may include additional overnight shifts.
5. Assist with household duties, including laundry, cleaning, and meal preparation.
6. Accompany to appointments, shopping, and social outings.
7. Record relevant information and support communication with the team.
8. Undertake any relevant training and ongoing joint review and supervision as required.

Person specification:

1. Experience of working with someone who has a physical disability and manual handling is desirable.
2. A non-judgemental attitude and enthusiasm to learn is essential.
3. Encouraging with a positive attitude while respecting decisions.
4. Good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to use common sense and be intuitive.
5. Ability to record and communicate accurately with a range of people.
6. Understanding, supportive, motivated, and respectful.
7. Good problem-solving skills and a friendly, outgoing personality.
8. Basic awareness of good hygiene practice, food safety, and health and safety.
9. A driving license is desirable.
10. Establish and maintain a professional standard of care.
11. Respectful of privacy and confidentiality.
12. Punctual, reliable, trustworthy, and flexible.
13. Respect and safeguard all goods and property.
14. A full DBS check will be carried out, the cost of which will be paid by the employer.

Special Conditions:

A Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) and two satisfactory references are conditional for the post. This is a free and confidential process.