FEMALE Personal Assistant DP/JF35

FEMALE Personal Assistant

Reference: DP/JF35

This role is advertised in compliance with the Equality Act 2010. For further details, please refer to Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9 Work: exceptions, Part 1 - Occupational Requirements.

Hours of Work

4 hours per week, to be worked flexibly. The exact working hours will be discussed at the interview stage with the prospective employer.

Location

Padgate/Fearnhead area of Warrington, Cheshire

Rate of Pay

£12.60 per hour

Role Overview

A female Personal Care Assistant is required to provide personal and practical support to enable a disabled lady to live independently and socially, both at home and in the community.

Main Duties Include

• Support with personal care tasks (may include assistance with bathing, but primarily being present while the lady showers)
• Support with meal preparation and cooking
• Assistance with household tasks (laundry, cleaning, changing bedding, etc.)
• Support during social and leisure activities

Requirements

• Car driver essential - The lady has a Motability vehicle which she drives herself but may occasionally require the assistant to drive.
• Applicants must be aged 21 or over, due to insurance requirements under the Motability scheme.

Additional Information

• A probationary period will apply.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete (free of charge) an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to:

Email:

Reference: DP/JF35

The Independent Living Team will forward your application to the employer, who will arrange interviews directly.