Personal Assistant Chatham 6 hours £14.50 P/H

Personal Assistant Chatham 6 hours £14.50 P/H - Chatham - ME5

Hours

6 hours per week. Days and times to be agreed and flexible.

Location

Chatham

Job Description

A personal assistant is required to support a friendly and sociable young woman with a rare medical condition that affects her mobility. The client enjoys being out in the community and is looking for a fun, energetic and reliable PA who can support her to stay active, social and independent.

The role will be primarily community-based, supporting her to access activities she enjoys, spend time with friends, and build her confidence and independence, with some elements of personal care and home support included.

The client has a great sense of humour and enjoys animals, art, shopping, music (especially Ed Sheeran). She is keen to meet up with friends and would benefit from a PA who is confident, positive and engaging.

• Building a positive, consistent and trusting relationship.
• Support to access community activities such as shopping, social outings, creative activities and leisure interests.
• Supporting socialising with friends and promoting independence.
• Elements of personal care, including support with showering, dressing and toileting.
• Safe use of equipment, including hoists.
• Supporting safe travel and transfers in and out of vehicles.
• Following agreed care plans, medical guidance and emergency protocols if required.
• Planning and supporting enjoyable, age appropriate activities.
• Providing reassurance and support to help the client feel confident and included.

About You

• Friendly, energetic, patient and reliable.
• Confident supporting a young adult with physical care needs.
• Comfortable working flexibly, including weekends and school holidays.
• Able to follow medical and emergency protocols calmly.
• Experience of hoists and manual handling.
• Manual handling training in date.
• A driver is required for this role to support community access.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by employer) and references.