I am an 82 year old man living with my wife who is my main carer. I am a retired academic in electronical and mechanical engineering with a wide range of other interests in arts and music to name a few! Due to various cardiovascular health issues and type 2 diabetes, I have poor mobility and my mental health is also impacted. I now require support in every areas of my life.
We are looking for a PA/Carer to provide a few weekly hours of respite care, to assist me with personal care as required, prepare some food and ensure that I eat and drink fluid adequately as I tend to forget, assist me engage with social activities in the local community i.e going for a coffee etc…and to generally be keen to engage in a good blether!
Person specification:
The post involved assisting with personal care, I am therefore looking for someone who is an experienced care worker, able to provide person-centred support with respect for my dignity.
The post may also involve meal preparation, you must therefore have an awareness of food hygiene.
Considering that the purpose of the post is to provide respite for the main carer, you must be able to work on your own initiative once familiar with my routine.
Good communication skills are also essential and an outgoing personality with a good sense of humour would be an advantage.
The successful applicant must be PVG registered or expected to do so when offered the job.
Car driver preferable but not essential.
Hours and rate of pay:
I am essentially looking for someone working 4-6 hours per week, mostly during mid-day/lunch time hours. Days can be flexibly negotiated.
Hourly rate: £13 per hour
How to apply:
To download an application pack please click the link provided to visit LCIL website, or call our recruitment line on 0131 475 2558 quoting the job reference JL CG.
Closing date: Monday 3rd March 2025
Please note Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL) provides support to individual disabled employers. LCIL is not the employer and only provides the recruitment and administrative support to the individual employer.