Personal Care Assistant for a gentleman wheelchair user

UKCIL Ltd.; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

UKCIL Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide person-centred support to a gentleman with an acquired brain injury. You will help maintain independence, accompany him to community activities, and provide practical assistance and companionship in daily life.

The role involves personal care, mobility support, meal preparation and helping with day services and social outings. Full driving licence and ability to drive an adapted vehicle are essential; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to drive an adapted vehicle.
• Full driving licence.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and toileting support.
• Promote independence and wellbeing.
• Assist with meal preparation and meal support.
• Support mobility and wheelchair use.
• Facilitate access to community activities and day services.
• Offer companionship and social support.

Skills

Reliability

Communication skills

Patience

Flexibility

Job description

Personal Care Assistant for a gentleman wheelchair user

We are looking for a reliable, friendly and supportive Personal Care Assistant to provide person-centred support to a gentleman with an acquired brain injury. This rewarding role will involve assisting him to maintain his independence, access activities in the community and enjoy day-to-day life.The successful candidate will build a positive and supportive working relationship while providing practical assistance and companionship.

Working Hours

• Monday – Daytime
• Wednesday – Evening
• Thursday – Daytime
• Every other Saturday – Daytime

There may also be opportunities to undertake additional respite hours throughout the year.

Main Duties

• Personal care
• Toileting support
• Medication prompts
• Meal preparation and support with meals
• Using and managing a wheelchair
• Supporting access to community activities, including bingo and other social outings
• Attending and accessing day services
• Providing companionship and social support
• Promoting independence, choice and wellbeing

About You

• Reliable and dependable
• Friendly, patient and supportive
• Able to communicate effectively
• Respectful of privacy and dignity
• Flexible and willing to support community activities
• Committed to providing high-quality person-centred support

Essential Requirements

• Ability to drive an adapted vehicle
• Full driving licence
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Training

Full training will be provided to the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Moving & Handling

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Can drive a motability equipped car