Personal Assistant for a Senior Couple 5 hours per week @ £15.87 per hrs in Buxton - Norwich - NR10
Job Reference (326a8e8c)
We are looking for a kind, reliable and flexible Personal Assistant (PA) to provide support for both of us at home and when going out. I have M.E. and a visual impairment, so my energy and abilities can vary from day to day. I already have a regular PA and am looking for an additional PA to join our support team. I enjoy DIY, gardening and getting out and about, so someone who enjoys these activities would be a real bonus.
About the role
This is a varied and flexible role supporting me and, occasionally, my wife. There is potential for more hours depending on our needs and your availability, and the exact arrangements can be discussed in more detail at interview.
As well as the regular hours, we are looking for someone who can provide holiday and sickness cover for my other PA. Flexibility is important, as additional hours may sometimes be needed during school holiday periods.
Location: Buxton, NR10
Job Description
Assisting with food shopping and other occasional errands
Preparing fresh, home-cooked meals
Assisting with general housekeeping and domestic tasks
Keeping the home tidy.
Supporting me to attend health appointments
Helping access the local community
Driving our car when required
Helping with practical tasks around the home
Any other reasonable duties as requested.
Person specification
Essential:
A confident driver with a full UK driving licence
Comfortable following instructions carefully
Practical and well organised
Kind, patient, compassion and a positive attitude
Flexible and willing to help where needed
Able to cook a hot meal.
Able to follow instructions carefully regarding food allergies and understand the importance of avoiding cross-contamination
Respectful of our privacy and confidentiality.
Desirable:
Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
Flexibility in working hours to accommodate the individual's needs.
Understanding of M.E and allergies
Summary of terms and conditions
The pay rate for this position is £15.87 per hour for employed PAs and £20.00 per hour for self-employed PAs.
Hours and times of work: 5 hours per week. 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
Essential PA Guide
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Moving & Handling
Food Hygiene
Hand hygiene
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Schedule, Pay & Hours
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep