Personal Care Assistant

People Plus Group LTD; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local care provider is seeking a compassionate personal assistant to support a 57-year-old woman with physical and learning disabilities in West Kirby, England. The role involves assisting with daily activities, personal care, medication management, and more. Applicants should have a caring and flexible approach, be honest and reliable, and be able to work both independently and collaboratively. The position is for up to 16 hours a week, with a pay rate of £12.60 per hour and enhanced DBS funding provided.

Benefits

Enhanced DBS funding

Sickness and holiday cover

Qualifications

• Must maintain the dignity of the client.
• Ability to work independently.
• Experience in personal care and support.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day activities like outings to the zoo or swimming.
• Provide personal care and assistance with washing and dressing.
• Assist with medication and meal preparation.

Skills

Flexible approach

Caring nature

Honesty

Trustworthiness

Reliability

Job description

PA support is required for a 57 year old lady who has physical and learning disabilities and is wheelchair bound. This position will support the niece who is the main carer.

Responsibilities

• Day to day activities may include taking the customer to activities such as the zoo or swimming.
• Providing personal care and continence management.
• Preparing small meal drinks and snacks – assisting with feeding.
• Assisting with washing and dressing / undressing.
• Assisting with medication.
• Using a ceiling hoist in the bedroom.

Candidate Requirements

• Flexible and caring approach to maintain the dignity of the client.
• Honest, trustworthy and reliable.
• Able to work independently and sometimes double up with other PA’s depending on the support needed.

Information

• Enhanced DBS will be funded by the employer.
• This post is for up to 16 hours and the pay rate is £12.60.
• Additionally covering any sickness or holidays.