2x Personal Care Assistants for a young man 51 hr/wk @ £13.15/hr in KT4 - FTE - £25.6k
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Overview
I am a 27-year-old man who lives with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a progressive neuromuscular condition. I have been using a powered wheelchair since 2015. I am a determined and stubborn individual (in a good way!) who tries to make the most of life. I studied Neuroscience at the University of Nottingham between 2015-2018 and MSc Science Communication at the University of Sheffield between 2018-2019. I worked in healthcare communications for 18 months, and I’m now doing a part-time 2-year distance learning MSc course in Sustainable Development at SOAS. I currently live at home. I have a keen interest in healthcare, science, and being outdoors. Music is one of my passions, and I enjoy DJing and making music when I have time! I am also interested in watching sports, nature, gardening, design, reading, and sailing. It would be great to have a PA who shares these interests. I am a sociable person who enjoys going out but also values my own space and quiet. My faith is very important to me (I am a Christian), so I am looking for a PA who respects or shares my beliefs.
I am looking for 2 PAs who can cover 51 hours a week @ £13.15/hr, up to a maximum of 36 hours and a minimum of 15 hours with flexibility. I need someone who can support me to live an independent life whilst living at home. I need help with daily tasks, personal care (hoisting, toileting, showering/washing, dressing, daily stretching, weekly swimming/hydrotherapy), domestic tasks (meal and drink prep, maintaining a clean environment, cleaning ventilator, hoovering, ironing, making bed, cleaning room, wheelchair, shower seat), socialising/going out (attending events, packing bag), working/studying from home, and general support.
Job Specification
I require support with daily tasks, personal care, domestic tasks, social activities, and general support. I need help with personal care, including showering/washing, dressing, toileting, hoist transfers, and overnight ventilation (including daily cleaning of the ventilator, putting the ventilator mask on, and turning the machine on/off). I require support with domestic tasks (I like to be clean and tidy!), cleaning my chair, shopping, and maintaining a household. I require a PA who can support me with cooking and food preparation (although I know how to cook myself and can provide instructions). Having a PA who enjoys cooking healthy food is essential. I also need help with a daily physiotherapy/stretching regime, standing wheelchair, and weekly hydrotherapy. I need somebody who enjoys exercise and sports and who is happy to support me with physiotherapy/stretching. I also require support when I go sailing (you don’t have to get in the boat! - The season for this is between April and September/October). Driving (automatic) is essential for this role. I have a Motability vehicle that you may be able to drive for trips/activities on occasion. However, I can drive from my powered wheelchair for some journeys (I can drive for short journeys - up to one hour). Previous experience in manual handling is necessary. However, I am confident in being able to train you in how I like to be supported/assisted. Please be aware that the job specification may change over time as my condition progresses. Please ask for more details for my detailed job description, specification, and care plan.
Work Hours and Pattern
I am looking for 2 PAs who can cover 51 hours a week, up to a maximum of 36 hours and minimum of 15 hours and is flexible in the evenings and weekends (mostly Sundays). The rate of pay is £13.15 per hour.
* 1 PA working 36 hrs, 1 PA working 15 hrs
* 1 PA working 25 hrs, 1 PA working 26 hrs
* 1 PA working 35 hrs, 1 PA working 16 hrs
Working between 4 – 12 hours shifts across the week:
* Availability/flexibility to work between 7:00 am – 20:00 pm.
Availability/flexibility to work some evenings (Wed 18:30 – 11:30) and weekends (Sat 8:00 – 11:00 and Sundays 17:00 - 21:00/21:30 or 09:30 am - 12:30/13:00 pm). This depends on what is happening in the week. Working patterns and start times can be flexible and agreed upon after discussion and based on your availability.
Key Responsibilities
* Meal Preparation
* Personal Care
* Domestic Care
* Social + Leisure activities
* Support to remain independent
Training
* Essential PA Guide
* Safeguarding Adults/Children
* Moving & Handling
* Food Hygiene
* First Aid
* Hand hygiene
Transportation
* Full UK driving license
* Own personal car
* Can drive a motability equipped car
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