Position: Personal Care Assistant
Location: Leeds, LS10
Hours: Part-time, starting with 10 hours per week at £11.44/hr
About Me:
I am a 50-year-old woman with cerebral palsy and traits of Autism. I have lived independently since I was 18, supported by Personal Assistants (PAs) for the past 16 years. My mobility has declined, and I may need assistance with walking in my wheelchair during pleasant weather.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide support with personal care tasks, including dressing, particularly with socks and shoes.
2. Assist with light household tasks and accompany me on outings, including to the local supermarket and shopping centre.
3. Help me with exercises and apply pain relief as needed.
4. Support my participation in a women's choir held on Friday mornings.
5. Encourage and remind me of positive aspects of my life.
Qualities Required:
The ideal PA should be:
1. Understanding and patient.
2. Honest, reliable, and punctual.
3. Non-judgemental with the ability to build trust and respect.
4. Flexible and adaptable.
5. Easy-going with a good sense of humour.
Specific Requirements:
Knowledge of cerebral palsy and/or brain damage is essential. Due to the nature of this role, I will consider female applicants only, preferably aged 40 or older, but this is not essential. My home is a non-smoking environment.
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