Personal Assistant for a Lady 7.5 Hrs P/W @ £12.89 P/H in NR6 - Norwich - NR6
Job Reference (87405285)
I am looking for a compassionate, reliable, and patient personal assistant to support me a friendly and outgoing lady living in the Norwich. The role involves providing both practical assistance and companionship, helping me maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
A Bit About Me:
I am a straightforward, honest, and sociable individual who lives with a brain injury, mood instability, and an acquired learning disability. I value my independence, enjoy good conversation, have a great sense of humour, and appreciate people who are patient, understanding, and trustworthy.
Location: Norwich NR6
Job Description:
Provide support with walking and mobility, including wheelchair use when needed.
Use clear, simple language and allow time for tasks to be completed
Accompanying me on outings such as shopping trips, visits to garden centres, eating out, visiting friends, and occasional train journeys (fare covered by me).
Assisting with dog walks for up to two emotional support dogs.
Providing physical support when required during walking.
Supporting with light housework and administrative tasks.
Accompanying the client to volunteering activities.
Encourage and assist me in becoming more confident with day-to-day activities.
Work at the individual's pace, offering gentle prompts and encouragement without pressure
Person specification
Essential:
Full UK driving license holder with appropriate business insurance cover.
Able to communicate clearly using simple language.
Patient, calm, compassionate and understanding.
The person I employ must have an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all areas of work, including total respect for my privacy.
First Aid trained.
Empathetic, flexible and encouraging, with a good sense of humour.
Understanding of brain injuries and learning disabilities.
Willing to work occasional bank holidays (to be agreed in advance).
Comfortable around dogs and willing to assist with dog walking.
Able to provide appropriate physical support with walking and mobility.
Desirable:
Flexibility in working hours to accommodate the individual's needs.
Open to travelling by train.
Has a good sense of humour and enjoys social outings.
Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or brain injuries.
Summary terms and conditions
The pay rate for this position is £12.89 per hour for employed PAs and £15.55 per hour for self-employed PAs.
Hours and times of work: Two shifts of 3 hours and 45 minutes each, Time discussed further at interview.
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.
The post is subject to the following:
A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.
Satisfactory references from two referees, one of whom must be your current or last employer.
Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 3 months
Services
Meal Preparation
Personal Care
Domestic Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Self Employed
Training
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Moving & Handling
First Aid
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Own personal car
Schedule, Pay & Hours
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep