Personal Assistant for a person P/T @12.89/hr in PE32 - King's Lynn - PE32
Job Reference (549f1e4e)
I am a 32 year old woman looking for a friendly, patient and supportive Personal Assistant to help me build confidence and independence both at home and in the community.
The role focuses on supporting me to become more confident in social situations, access community activities, and develop life skills that will enable me to be more independent, including meal planning and preparation, using public transport, and confidence in building relationships.
I enjoy gardening, swimming and spending time with my family pets. It would be wonderful if you share an interest in plants and are comfortable around animals.
Duties
- Support and assist me in managing my seizure disorder
- Support me to develop confidence and independence in the community.
- Accompany me on outings and social activities.
- Assist me in learning how to use public transport safely and confidently.
- Support me with meal planning and cooking, helping me build confidence in preparing meals independently.
- Provide support with arranging and attending appointments, including GP and dental appointments when required.
- Encourage and support the development of practical life skills.
- Promote choice, independence and wellbeing at all times.
Person Specification
Essential Qualities
- Friendly, empathetic and patient nature.
- Good sense of humour.
- Flexible and reliable.
- Understanding of person-centred care
- Comfortable around cats and dogs.
- Able to encourage independence while providing appropriate support.
- Understanding of supporting neurodivergence and seizure disorders
- Understanding and experience of working with an autistic person
Desirable Qualities
- Interest in gardening or growing plants.
- Previous experience in a care, support worker or personal assistant role.
- Interest in community activities and supporting people to build confidence.
Rate of Pay
15.55 Self Employed
12.89 Employed
A higher hourly rate is available for self-employed carers, reflecting that they are responsible for their own holiday provision, National Insurance, pension arrangements, and other employment-related costs. Self-employed carers must also demonstrate that they are fully insured, and registered with HMRC.
Employees receive these benefits through their employment package, which is reflected in the employed rate.
Hours of Work
8 hours per week, with shift pattern to be discussed at interview
Location
PE32
Summary Terms and Conditions
Expenses
You will be reimbursed for any reasonable and pre-approved expenses incurred in the course of carrying out your duties.
Where a personal vehicle is used to transport a service user and mileage reimbursement is to be claimed, this arrangement must be authorised in advance, documented within the service user's care plan, and processed in accordance with the organisation's payroll procedures.
Holiday Entitlement
Employees and workers in the UK are entitled to a minimum of 5.6 weeks' paid annual leave per year on an FTE basis. Part time roles will be calculated pro rata. Self-employed individuals are not entitled to statutory paid holiday leave, and any time off is unpaid unless they make their own financial arrangements.
Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be arranged and paid for by the employer. Where children under the age of 18 live in the household, employment cannot commence within the family home until the DBS clearance has been received.
References
This post is subject to satisfactory references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer.
Probationary Period
This post is subject to a three month probation period. The three-month probationary period gives both you and your employer the opportunity to ensure the role is a good fit, identify any training or support needs, and settle into the working relationship.
Mandatory Training
Where the duties of this role include food preparation, moving and handling, the use of hazardous substances (including household cleaning products), or the handling of medication, you will be required to complete any relevant mandatory training and competency assessments. A range of virtual training courses are available to support you in your role, including GDPR, Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, COSHH, Moving and Handling, and Medication Awareness.
Services
Meal Preparation
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Training
Food Hygiene
First Aid
Hand hygiene
Autism / Aspergers
Schedule, Pay & Hours
Time
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep