Personal Care Assistant DP/JF35

Warrington Disability Partnership; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a FEMALE Personal Assistant to provide essential personal and practical support for a disabled lady in Warrington. Responsibilities include aiding in personal care, assisting with meal preparation, and supporting leisure activities. Applicants must be over 21 and have a valid driving license. The role requires flexible hours and an enhanced DBS check. This is a crucial position for promoting independence and assisting with daily living needs.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be aged 21 or over, due to insurance requirements.
• The assistant may occasionally need to drive a Motability vehicle.
• An enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and practical support for daily independence.
• Assist with personal care tasks, meal preparation, and household chores.
• Support during social and leisure activities.

Skills

Car driver essential

Experience in personal care

Job description

FEMALE Personal Assistant

Reference: DP/JF35

This role is advertised in compliance with the Equality Act 2010. For further details, please refer to Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9 Work: exceptions, Part 1 – Occupational Requirements.

Hours of Work

4 hours per week, to be worked flexibly. The exact working hours will be discussed at the interview stage with the prospective employer.

Location

Padgate/Fearnhead area of Warrington, Cheshire

Rate of Pay

£12.60 per hour

Role Overview

A female Personal Care Assistant is required to provide personal and practical support to enable a disabled lady to live independently and socially, both at home and in the community.

Main Duties Include

• Support with personal care tasks (may include assistance with bathing, but primarily being present while the lady showers)
• Support with meal preparation and cooking
• Assistance with household tasks (laundry, cleaning, changing bedding, etc.)
• Support during social and leisure activities

Requirements

• Car driver essential – The lady has a Motability vehicle which she drives herself but may occasionally require the assistant to drive.
• Applicants must be aged 21 or over, due to insurance requirements under the Motability scheme.

Additional Information

• A probationary period will apply.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete (free of charge) an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to:

Email: [e-mail]

Reference: DP/JF35

The Independent Living Team will forward your application to the employer, who will arrange interviews directly.