Personal Care Assistant for a young man P/T@ £16.41/hr in Hexham - FTE - £32.0k

UKCIL; Hexham; On-site; GBP 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant to support two young boys with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in Hexham. The role involves personal care, community activities, and building relationships with the children. With flexible hours and competitive pay, applicants must be reliable, caring, and a car driver.

Benefits

5.6 weeks holiday (pro rata)

Out of pocket expenses met by employer

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Car driver essential with Business Insurance.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Experience with personal care and assisting individuals with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support personal care for two children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
• Assist with medication administration and activities in the community.
• Ensure safety and provide care as needed.

Skills

Initiative

Punctuality

Reliability

Flexibility

Caring Nature

Job description

Personal Care Assistant for a young man P/T@ £16.41/hr in Hexham - FTE - £32.0k, Hexham

Client:

UKCIL

Location:

Hexham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

c64e17438374

Job Views:

3

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Reference

(ea3ee96c) We are looking for a committed Care Worker to provide support in a very rural location for two brothers within the family home and out in the community. Both boys have a diagnosis of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and require support with the following tasks:

Job Reference

(ea3ee96c) We are looking for a committed Care Worker to provide support in a very rural location for two brothers within the family home and out in the community. Both boys have a diagnosis of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and require support with the following tasks:

Needs of Younger Brother 8 hours per week (11 years old) · Help getting up in the morning, support with personal care, toileting and dressing, getting ready for school. Monday to Friday mornings term-time only between 7am – 8am (30 mins)
· Future help with using the toileting needs will be required when mobility declines
· Help with retrieving objects from the floor and be hoisted off the floor into a chair as he cannot get up from the floor
· Help with showering/bathing, drying, undressing, cleaning his teeth and getting ready for bed twice a week on a Wednesday and Sunday evenings between 7pm – 10pm (1.5 hrs)

Use of Equipment:
Training in the use of hoists and slings will be provided · He uses a powerchair when outside of the house
· He has a ceiling hoist to hoist him into and out of the shower or bath chair

Needs of Older Brother 8 Hours per week (13 years old) · Support with getting out of bed Monday to Friday morning term-time only between 7am – 8am (30 mins). Support with using a ceiling hoist, toileting, dressing, cleaning his teeth and getting ready for school
· Help with showering/bathing, drying, undressing, cleaning his teeth and getting ready for bed twice a week on a Wednesday and Sunday evenings between 7pm – 10pm (1.5 hrs)
· Assistance with drinking and doing activities as he has very limited use of his arms

Use of Equipment: · He uses a powerchair when inside and outside of the house
· He has a ceiling hoist to hoist him into and out of the shower or bath Activities and Support for Both Boys · The support will involve taking the boys out into the local community, including going to a cafe, or going for a walk 3 hours per week
· The boys’ hobbies and interests include eating out, playing video games, lego, and watching movies.
· There will be a requirement to support with medication administration for both boys through a dosette box. As well as some moving and handling; including the use of a hoist.

Full training and demonstration will be provided.
Due to the nature of their disability, the successful applicant will be required to always ensure their safety.
A Summary of the Main Duties: · To support both boys individually to access age appropriate activities both at home and in the wider community· To provide support to the family through carers relief for parents· To build a relationship with the client understanding their nature and communication skills· To provide support with personal care as and when required.· To ensure the boys are kept safe from all risks and dangers Hours: 64 hours (approx. 16 hours per week) within a 4-week period to be used flexibly to meet the needs of the family, morning/evening and weekend support required. We are looking for individuals who share our core values as listed below:· Have a high degree of initiative.
· Be punctual and reliable.
· Be flexible.
· Have a happy positive caring nature.

Rates of pay: £16.41 per hour. 5.6 weeks holiday (pro rata)Out of pocket expenses will be met by the Employer. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and references (Cost to be met by Employer).

Due to the rural location, a car driver is essential and you must have Business Insurance. Services

Personal Care

Social + Leisure activities

Training

Safeguarding Adults/Children

Moving & Handling

Hand hygiene

Transportation

Full UK driving license

Own personal car

Medical

Safe Administration of Medication

Schedule, Pay & Hours Time Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mor Aft Eve ONA ONS ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep Hour/Week 16.0 Pay/hr £16.41 Weekly Actual £ Monthly Actual £1, Annual Actual £13, Annual FTE £34, Back Apply

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Created on 02/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom