Personal Assistant for lady 25 hr/wk@ £15.85/hr in Nailsea - FTE - £30.9k
We are looking for an empathetic and caring PA who can provide social care and company for an elderly lady. 25 hours per week in Nailsea.
Individual has mild dementia which isn’t a problem yet, and has minimally progressed in the 5 years since diagnosis. However, long term will need more care. Individual has lost her long term partner not long ago and finds leaving the house difficult alone and gets very lonely. She has gone through a lot of change and stress recently, and we are looking for someone who is friendly and patient to help support her emotionally and physically.
Support needed:
* Light housework
* Helping with medicine
* Meal prep and assistance/encouragement to eat and shower
* Occasional doctors visit
Individual is very fit and active, so taking out on walks and helping develop new routines (e.g., taking shopping, taking out for coffee) is essential. Day to day tasks are flexible; we are just looking for a great relationship to help build independence and keep the individual social and active.
We are looking for a long term carer who can be flexible with needs.
Hours needed per week:
Around 5 hours a day, 5 days a week, but can be flexible for the right fit.
Hourly rate: £15.85 but can be negotiated.
Required days/times: Hours can be flexible. Preferred twice a day (around 10am-12pm and 4pm-7pm); however, will consider one time a day for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
* Meal Preparation
* Personal Care
* Domestic Care
* Social + Leisure activities
* Support to remain independent
Training
* Essential PA Guide
* Safeguarding Adults/Children
* Food Hygiene
* First Aid
* Dementia care
Transportation
* Full UK driving license
* Own personal car
Medical
* Safe Administration of Medication
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