Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref. PUR-102-086
About the Direct Payment Holder
A female with autism who experiences issues with her back and hands, resulting in minimal strength and dexterity. She enjoys rock and punk music, attending festivals, and engaging in various crafts, particularly paint pouring and other activities that involve using her hands. She has a cat who prefers her own space. When she feels confident with someone, she enjoys having a good chat. Her mobility can be affected, so she uses a walking stick.
Hours and rate of pay
£14.00 per hour, depending on experience (5-6 days per week) (negotiable)
Location
Welwyn Garden City (WGC)
DBS/Checks
Confirmation of DBS check, Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training
Training will be offered to enable completion of the mandatory training required:
* Safeguarding Adults
* Introduction to first aid
* Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…
* Support with domestic tasks: cleaning, laundry, and food preparation
* Assist with personal care: hair washing, administering medication
* Support the client in accessing the community
* Engage in conversation and activities that the client enjoys
Required skills and experience
* The PA will be required to take the client out into the community, including shopping, cinema, and gym.
* The PA must have their own car and appropriate business insurance.
* Experience with autism is an advantage but not essential.
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From £14.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: PUR-102-086
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