P/T Personal Assistant in Stamford Bridge, York - Job Ref: YJMO/564

Salvere Social Enterprise Cic; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local care provider in York is seeking a part-time Personal Assistant to support individuals with disabilities in their home and community. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, organized, and have a genuine interest in working within a caring environment. Hours are 15 per week, with a pay rate of £13 per hour and opportunities for overtime. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and possess a driver's license.

Benefits

5.6 weeks paid holidays (pro rata)

Opportunities for relevant training

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and well organised.
• To communicate effectively with families.
• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment.
• Having a driver’s licence and car for work purposes would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support a young man and offer joint support for two other people in shared housing.
• Prompting & giving minimal support with personal care.
• Support with clothing, meal prep, and general cleaning.

Skills

Self-motivated

Effective communication

Team player

Understanding of Learning Disabilities/Autism

Job description

P/T Personal Assistant in Stamford Bridge, York - Job Ref: YJMO/564

Overview

Personal Assistants support people to live well. They provide the right support at the right time to help others to live their best lives. Is this you? Do you want a job that is rewarding and fulfilling?

The job

You will be responsible for supporting a young man and offering some joint support for two other people in shared housing, in their own home and in the community if required.

The main duties

• Prompting & giving minimal support with personal care.
• Support with Clothing - washing, ironing, appropriate for weather and occasion.
• General room cleaning & tidying.
• Support with meal prep & cooking.
• Interacting and encouraging communication.
• Engagement with activities.

This list is not exhaustive.

The right person

• Must be self-motivated and well organised.
• To communicate effectively with families.
• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment.
• Excellent team player.
• Basic understanding of Learning Disabilities/Autism and communication needs.
• Having a driver’s licence and car for work purposes would be highly advantageous.

The hours

15 hours per week as part of a small team, with the opportunity for overtime and holiday cover.

• Monday & Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
• Wednesday 07:00 - 10:00
• Thursday 16:00 - 22:00
• Availability for the Tuesday and Thursday hours is most essential for this role.

The rates of pay and benefits

£13 per hour.

You will receive 5.6 weeks (pro rata) paid holidays each year.

This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check, the cost of which will be met by the employer. There may also be opportunities for training relevant to your role.

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

How to apply

To apply, please email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the job ref YJMO/564. For more information, please call 01772 970999