*Female PA required in LS17 for 10 hours a week for social and leisure activity support - Leeds - LS17
Job Reference (649697ee)
Current pattern of hours;
Weekdays; Generally Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday- Friday - 7.45pm -9.45pm (the gym after work). On Fridays or, for when I go meet friends after work, I do meet friends during the week after work as well, so you’ll be paid according to how long I require you for.
Weekend hours for the part-time role will vary depending social commitments and gym. Generally gym, 3 hours on Saturday or 3 hours on Sunday 1pm to 4pm (may need to start earlier or finish later). However, I’ve got days where I will need more/ full day support. Flexibility is essential.
To begin with this job will be offered on a trial basis.
PURPOSE OF JOB
I am a disabled young woman. I use a powered wheelchair and require assistance with personal care, with mobility, and with accessing leisure activities and work.
I require a personal assistant who can provide the assistance I require under my direction. My personal assistant must be reliable, honest, trustworthy and punctual and be able to work flexible hours. They must have a good sense of humour.
The person I employ must have an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all areas of work including total respect for my privacy.
My personal assistant must be able to handle the physical skills of lifting, pushing and bending. She does not have to be particularly physically strong to do this, technique is as important as physical strength. Training will be provided in Moving and Handling techniques. My personal assistant must have some experience in completing personal care tasks, specifically toileting.
Having the use of a car is desirable but not essential, as I own and drive my own car.
Some hours additional hours to use for shopping, social events and leisure (flexibility is essential). Need to comfortable as a passenger.
RATE OF PAY and Holidays:-
£9.18, Weekend £11.74
Holiday pay will be paid as its accrued, every month.
If you are needed for cover you will be paid the normal rates of pay.
Holidays must be taken outside of university term-time (different from schools), when I’m off from work only. Please be aware that time off has to be agreed with me, you can’t assume that you’ll get it granted outside even outside of term-time, as I would need you to accompany me on holiday and events. When on holiday you will be paid the same rates of pay.
Services
Personal Care
Domestic Care
Support to remain independent
Training
Essential PA Guide
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Moving & Handling
Schedule, Pay & Hours
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep