Details
This role is to support a Woman
The candidate should be a woman*
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Hours per week:
5 hours available. Weekday afternoons (Days/times can be mutually agreed at
interview for the successful candidate)
Hourly pay rate:
£12
We are looking for a calm and kind non-judgemental person who will have
flexibility in the afternoons to work as a PA for 5 hours per week that can work
either as one day a week for 5 hours or be spread over two days. (i.e 2 hours one
day and 3 hours another) to work around another PA we currently have. These
hours can work around any day of the week except Tuesdays and Fridays. There
is a future possibility of us being able to offer more hours.
I have epilepsy and autism and can often be very tired throughout the day from my
seizures and therefore need extra help with everyday tasks like helping around the
house or picking up shopping etc. I live with my mum who is my main carer and my lovely assistance dog. On my good days, I enjoy quiet walks with my dog and
I have a good sense of humour to share! With the right support, I'd like to be able
to have the chance to do things which a neurotypical 28-year-old woman might be
able to experience in life.
My mum deals with correspondence and PA applications as I struggle with anxiety.
Days will vary depending on how well I am feeling at the time, but I would also like
to experience some fun, calm things too, whether that be walking the dog or
tagging along for some nice, chilled time out with my mum and I!
Respect and confidentiality are an essential part of the role as it will involve a
trusting relationship once we get to know each other. Taking initiative on days I am
unwell will be important to do too.
Duties include:
Clinical tasks
Other relevant duties as required
Administration
Housekeeping
Shopping
Cooking
Companionship
Candidate qualities:
Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
Reliable with good timekeeping
Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
Hygienic, tidy and well organised
Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
Honest and cheerful
Creative
Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
Ability to complete admin tasks
Provide and follow structure in daily life
Common sense, practicality, and ability to work on own initiative will be
essential
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working
hours
Notes:
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an
Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position you will be
employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives.
Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued
employment contracts.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9.
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