Personal Assistant for Lady 12 Hrs per week @ £13.00 P/H in Northwold. - THETFORD - IP26

UKCIL Ltd; Thetford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job description

Personal Assistant for Lady 12 Hrs per week @ £13.00 P/H in Northwold - THETFORD - IP26

I am looking for a compassionate personal assistant to support me with daily activities. I am a middle-aged lady with multiple sclerosis and other medical conditions seeking a personal assistant of a similar age. This role involves helping me access the community, assisting with daily life activities, and fostering an environment that promotes independence.

Location: IP 26

Job Description:

1. Assisting with hair washing and drying (no body care assistance required)
2. Assist with general housekeeping/Domestic tasks.
3. Meal preparation and kitchen tasks.
4. Escorting to appointments (Hospital, doctor, dentist, hairdresser, shopping).
5. Any other reasonable duties as requested.

Person Specification

Essential:

1. A valid driving license (use of employer's car provided for appointments).
2. The ideal candidate would require calming, reassuring, caring, and patience.
3. The person I employ must have an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all areas of work, including total respect for my privacy.

Desirable:

1. Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
2. Flexibility in working hours to accommodate the individual's needs.

Summary Terms and Conditions

The rate of pay for this position is £13.00 per hour.

Hours and times of work: 12 hours per week. Time discussed further at interview.

This role is for 3 days a week, 4 hours per day—preferably on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (times and days negotiable).

The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work I would normally expect to be done during 5.6 consecutive weeks.

Free Care Skills training is provided to employed staff.

The post is subject to the following:

1. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.
2. Satisfactory references from two referees, one of whom must be your current or last employer.
3. Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 6 months.

If this position requires any of the following, the employee will be required to complete free annual training: