Personal assistant/ Carer

Private Household; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate household in the UK seeks a Personal Assistant/Carer to support a 15-year-old girl with complex care needs. The role involves providing personal care, assisting with healthcare needs, and fostering independence. Ideal candidates will be caring and reliable, with a flexible schedule. Experience is desirable but not essential as training will be provided. An enhanced DBS check is required and funded by the employer.

Benefits

Full training provided

Employer funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care or with children with complex needs is desirable but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS check required (funded by the employer).
• Full clean driving licence preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Support with complex healthcare needs such as Epilepsy and diabetes.
• Administer medication as required (training provided).
• Assist with social activities and community engagement.

Skills

Compassionate and reliable

Good communication skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Flexible

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Personal Assistant/Carer to support a 15-year-old girl with complex care needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a young person's life by providing tailored care and assistance to help her live as independently and comfortably as possible.

• Provide personal care, including assistance with daily living activities.
• Support with complex healthcare needs such as Epilepsy and diabetes.
• Support with mobility and transfers.
• Administer medication as required (training provided).
• Assist with social activities and community engagement.
• Work collaboratively with family and healthcare professionals to ensure consistent care.
  Caring, patient, and committed to supporting young people with additional needs.
• Previous experience in care or working with children with complex needs is desirable but not essential-full training will be provided.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect the family's privacy.
• Reliable and flexible with good communication skills.
• Enhanced DBS check required (This will be funded by the employer).
• Full clean driving licence preferred but not essential.