Personal Assistant/Support Worker - 00/Ayr/MC

Ayrshire Independent Living Network; Ayr; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG check paid by employer

Flexible, occasional hours

Direct employment by the family

Job summary

Ayrshire Independent Living Network is seeking a kind, reliable Personal Assistant to support an older gentleman in his own home in South Ayrshire. The role requires flexibly providing respite and cover for his son and may arise when the son is unavailable, offering reassurance and continuity of care.

The gentleman has mild cognitive impairment, type 2 diabetes, reduced mobility, and incontinence. Applicants must be comfortable around dogs and able to support daily living tasks with patience.

Qualifications

• Kind, compassionate and respectful.
• Patient and understanding of memory difficulties.
• Comfortable around dogs.
• Previous care or support experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support with daily living, personal care and general wellbeing.
• Assist with morning and evening personal care, including washing, dressing and oral hygiene.
• Support with toileting, continence care and dignity.
• Assist mobility and safe movement around the home.
• Prepare and serve meals, snacks and drinks with fresh water.
• Support with medications as directed.
• Offer companionship and reassurance.
• accompany on occasional outings, including mobility scooter use.
• Monitor wellbeing and maintain a safe, comfortable environment.
• Be flexible to varying toileting needs and routines.

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Patience

Respectful

Dogs friendly

Job description

Personal Assistant / Support Worker – Older Gentleman

Location: South Ayrshire

Rate of Pay: £13.45 per hour

Hours: Flexible, occasional respite and cover support

Employment: Directly employed by the family

About The Role

We are looking for a kind, caring and reliable Personal Assistant to support an older gentleman in his own home.

The role is to provide flexible respite and cover support for his son, who currently manages his day-to-day care. Support may be required if his son is unwell, needs to be elsewhere for work or personal commitments, or requires a break from his caring responsibilities.

The position is expected to be required only occasionally, but it will provide valuable reassurance to the family and help ensure continuity of care.

About The Gentleman

He is a friendly gentleman who enjoys watching television and films, having his meals and getting out for a morning treat when the weather permits.

He lives with mild cognitive impairment, which can vary from day to day. He can hold conversations and make his own decisions, although he may benefit from information being explained clearly and patiently.

He also has type 2 diabetes, reduced mobility and double incontinence. He walks short distances using two walking sticks and requires support to help maintain his balance and safety.

Please note, There is a pet spaniel in the family home, so applicants must be comfortable around dogs.

Main Duties

The successful applicant will provide person-centred support with daily living, personal care and general wellbeing. Duties will include:

• Supporting with morning and evening personal care, including washing, showering, dressing and oral hygiene.
• Assisting with toileting and continence care while maintaining dignity, privacy and comfort.
• Applying creams as directed and supporting the care of vulnerable skin and pressure areas.
• Providing safe support with mobility and movement around the home.
• Preparing and serving meals, snacks and drinks, ensuring fresh water is available.
• Supporting with medication in accordance with agreed care arrangements and guidance.
• Offering companionship, conversation and reassurance.
• Accompanying him on occasional outings, where appropriate, including supporting him when using his mobility scooter.
• Monitoring his general wellbeing and helping maintain a safe, comfortable environment.
• His personal care routine can vary in length depending on his toileting needs, so patience and flexibility are essential.

About You

The ideal applicant will be:

• Kind, compassionate and respectful.
• Patient and understanding of memory difficulties.
• Comfortable providing personal care and continence support.
• Confident supporting someone with reduced mobility and balance difficulties.
• Reliable, observant and able to follow established routines.
• Respectful of his independence, choices and dignity.
• Comfortable around dogs.
• Previous experience in care or support work would be beneficial, particularly experience supporting older people with personal care needs.

What We Offer

• £13.45 per hour.
• Flexible, occasional hours to provide respite and cover.
• Direct employment by the family.
• An opportunity to make a meaningful difference to an individual and his family.
• PVG check: The cost of the required PVG check will be paid by the employer.