Personal Care Assistant — Flexible Shifts & Driving

UKCIL Ltd; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement 5.6 weeks pro rata

Pension scheme available

Job summary

UKCIL Ltd in Newton Aycliffe is seeking a Female Personal Care Assistant to support a lady with multiple complex needs living in DL5. The role is part of a two-person care team and requires empathy, patience and reliability.

You will provide personal care, monitor skin integrity, assist with mobility using ceiling hoist, transport in an adaptive vehicle, prepare meals and administer prescribed medications including epilepsy rescue meds. DBS clearance is required prior to commencement.

Qualifications

• DBS clearance required prior to commencement.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene and skin care, using hoists where needed.
• Assist with mobility and transfers via ceiling hoist and wheelchair.
• Support client with daily activities and community outings, including driving an adaptive vehicle.
• Prepare meals and supervise mealtimes.
• Administer prescribed medications, including epilepsy rescue meds as prescribed.

Job description

UKCIL Ltd in Newton Aycliffe is seeking a Female Personal Care Assistant to support a lady with multiple complex needs living in DL5. The role is part of a two-person care team and requires empathy, patience and reliability.

You will provide personal care, monitor skin integrity, assist with mobility using ceiling hoist, transport in an adaptive vehicle, prepare meals and administer prescribed medications including epilepsy rescue meds. DBS clearance is required prior to commencement.