PA for Teenage Girl with CP P/T @ £12:40/hr

TN United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

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Job Title: PA for Teenage Girl with CP P/T @ £12:40/hr, Wakefield

Client: UKCIL

Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 7c9f98f26ffd

Job Views: 12

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a Personal Assistant (PA) to join our existing team to support our 14-year-old daughter with Cerebral Palsy. The role involves helping her access community activities and supporting her independence both at home and during outings.

This position is on an ad hoc basis, primarily during weekends and school holidays. Currently, evening activities are not included due to fatigue but may be added in the future.

The pay rate is £12.40 per hour, aligned with Direct Payments. Our residence is in East Ardsley (WF3).

Our daughter is bright, bubbly, and loves music and dancing. She uses a power wheelchair and has epilepsy, which is well controlled. She communicates effectively and uses a communication aid when needed.

Responsibilities include:

• Personal care and support with transfers
• Supporting independence, including dressing and self-feeding
• Preparing meals
• Participating in leisure activities, outings, shopping, and playing at home

Essential Criteria:

• Reliability
• Sense of humor
• Patience
• Ability to support transfers
• Driving license and own car

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience working with individuals with Cerebral Palsy

Full training will be provided. An enhanced DBS check will be required, arranged by Leeds CIL. Payroll is managed by Leeds CIL.

Services Provided:

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Social and Leisure Activities

Training:

• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Moving & Handling
• First Aid

Transportation:

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car

Medical:

• Epilepsy Awareness

Schedule, Pay & Hours:

Work hours are flexible, primarily on weekends and school holidays. Pay is £12.40/hr. Weekly pay averages around £50, with annual and full-time equivalents calculated accordingly.