Part-Time Gujarati-Speaking Personal Assistant (Dementia Care)

Leicestershire County Council; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council advertises a personal assistant role to support a client in Lutterworth, requiring Gujarati language skills and driving capability. The position is 12.75 hours per week, with options for direct employment (£15.71/hour) or self-employment (£19.50/hour). This permanent role involves companionship, community access, domestic tasks, and personal care prompts.

Mileage is reimbursed. The client has dementia, and applicants should be reliable, respectful, and patient.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak Gujarati (with a little English).
• Must have a full/clean driving licence and own vehicle with business insurance.
• Must be willing to undergo a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Undertake social activities to provide companionship and stimulation.
• Assist client with accessing the community.
• Help with domestic tasks and meal preparation.
• Provide prompts with personal care and reminders to use the toilet.
• Support client in getting out to social groups and activities.

Skills

Gujarati language

Full driving licence

Own vehicle

Job description

Leicestershire County Council advertises a personal assistant role to support a client in Lutterworth, requiring Gujarati language skills and driving capability. The position is 12.75 hours per week, with options for direct employment (£15.71/hour) or self-employment (£19.50/hour). This permanent role involves companionship, community access, domestic tasks, and personal care prompts.

Mileage is reimbursed. The client has dementia, and applicants should be reliable, respectful, and patient.