Self Employed PA required
Ref: CSES495
Location: Heathfield
Employment status: self-employed
Hours per week: 2 x 2 hours per week for two PA's.
Hourly pay rate: to be discussed at interview
I have a visual impairment and am looking for a self employed PA. PA 1 to help me with admin tasks, opening mail, support with managing my benefits, attending appointments, and shopping. I have anxiety and find leaving the house very difficult, so I'm looking for someone who will be able to give me plenty of reassurance and understanding when attending appointments, as my anxiety is further heightened at these times. PA2 I've got a shoulder injury so I'm looking for someone to help with cleaning my flat, change my bedding and support with laundry.
Duties include:
Moving and handling
Other relevant duties as required
Administration
Housekeeping
Shopping
Cooking
Transportation
Companionship
Gardening
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
Happy to work in a smoking environment
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 either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
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