Personal Support Assistant (Male or Female)

Diverse Abilities; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in adult services is seeking a Personal Support Assistant to join their Supported Living team in Christchurch. This role involves providing care to adults with disabilities in their homes, ensuring their independence and well-being. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those supported, with various benefits including paid training and long service awards.

Benefits

Access to discounts through Blue Light Card

Auto-enrolment pensions

Paid holiday accrual

Cycle to work scheme

Paid training and diploma progression

Long service awards

Responsibilities

• Provide an excellent level of support and care.
• Maintain accurate daily records.
• Support with daily living tasks to promote independence.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Basic numeracy

Basic literacy

Full UK manual driving licence

Job description

Personal Support Assistant (Male or Female)

Adult Services - Supporting Living, Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole

We are looking to recruit a personal support assistant to join our Supported Living team, providing care to adults with disabilities in their own homes. Our team works around the clock, 24/7, 365 days a year. Join us to meet a diverse range of characters and make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

1. Provide an excellent level of support and care
2. Maintain accurate daily records
3. Support with daily living tasks to promote independence

Essential Skills

• Full UK manual driving licence
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Empathy and compassion

For full details on requirements and essential skills, please refer to the linked job description.

Safeguarding Commitment

Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Please ensure a full work history, including any employment gaps, is completed in your application. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required before starting. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits and Rewards

• Access to discounts through Blue Light Card
• Auto-enrolment pensions
• Paid holiday accrual
• Cycle to work scheme
• Paid training and diploma progression
• Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25+ years, including bonuses and additional paid time off

Additional Information

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