Female Personal Assistant - Penn (KB)

To assist with a variety of tasks which will enable the person who needs care and support to live their personal and social life according to their wishes and interests.

About the employer

Our client is a female who is registered blind living in the Penn WV4 area of Wolverhampton with family and is looking to recruit a Personal Assistant to provide a range of personal and domestic assistance and to act as an escort for day to day appointments and recreational activities, which may include driving and escorting the employer.

Responsibilities

• Keep in touch and socialise with family and friends
• Attend medical appointments (required)
• Provide support with accessing recreational activities
• Assist with personal care as instructed by the employer in a sensitive and dignified manner
• Under the employer's direction supervise and/or assist in the administration of prescribed medication (if required)
• Maintain the domestic environment to the required standard, ensuring safety and hygiene; assist in the preparation of meals (if required)

Type of person that we are looking for

• Values: Honest, reliable, punctual, non judgemental; able to build good relationships based on trust and respect; flexible, adaptable, easy going, able to work alone, positive, willing to travel, understanding of equality & diversity.
• Specific requirements: Previous care & support experience; must be a driver.
• Other: Due to the nature of this role including personal care, the potential employer will be considering female applicants only.

Hours of work

36 hours per week - Monday to Thursday 07 30, including Sunday 09 00, working on a rota basis.

Rate of pay

£13.90 per hour Monday to Friday & £15.00 per hour over the weekends.

Skills, qualifications, and experience

• Full UK driving licence
• Car and appropriate business insurance
• Will undergo relevant training for professional development
• Confidentiality
• Good at building relationships

Additional information

Annual leave of 5.6 weeks pro rated and enhanced rates on bank holidays (if applicable).

Successful applicants will require DBS checks and employment references.

This role is funded by the Local Authority and is paid on a four weekly basis.

Reference: PENN/KB