SOCIAL CARE - PERSONAL ASSISTANT

Wiltshire Centre for Independent Living; Ramsbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An independent living support service in Ramsbury is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to provide essential care for an individual with disabilities. The role requires kindness and experience in support, alongside a driving license. You will help with personal care, daily activities, and engage in meaningful interactions. This position offers flexible day and night shifts at a competitive pay rate of £14.30 per hour.

Benefits

5.6 weeks holiday per year

DBS check funded by employer

Qualifications

• Must have experience in caring for individuals with similar needs.
• Driving license is required.
• DBS check is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily activities.
• Support with cooking, feeding, and medication administration.
• Engage in conversations and social activities.

Skills

Caring for individuals with disabilities

Kindness

Outdoor activities enthusiasm

Music appreciation

Job description

Personal Assistant Job Description

Vacancy Ref: 244

Location: Ramsbury

Hours: Day and Night shifts (12-hour shifts)

Pay rate: All shifts £14.30 per hour

Holiday: 5.6 weeks per year including bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)

Driving Licence: Yes

DBS Check: Yes (funded by the employer)

About me:

My name is Ben, and I have cerebral palsy. I live with my parents who assist with my care. I love music, wheelchair walks, and being read to. I enjoy meeting new people and laugh a lot. I also need 24/7 care as I am quadriplegic.

About the role:

My carers support me in many ways, including personal care, cooking, feeding, reading, taking walks, driving to appointments, giving medication, and engaging in conversations.

Who I am looking for:

Someone very kind, with experience caring for individuals with needs like mine. An outdoors and music enthusiast who is interested in me as a person and committed to providing excellent care.

Application:

Apply here: https://www.wiltspa-reg.org.uk/vacancies-board/

Note: This advertisement is on behalf of an individual employer supported by Wiltshire Centre for Independent Living. Successful applicants will be directly employed by the individual employer.