Personal Assistant required for female in Hellesdon, NR6 £12.89 per hour, 22 hpw - Norwich - NR6
Job Reference (4840823a)
Job Description: Social care work opportunity for a Personal Assistant. Listed below are details of the job and what tasks are involved. It is advisable to refer to these when submitting your application and advise of the days/hours you are available.
As a Personal Assistant you will support me to stay independent and assist me in the home and in the community. I have multiple chronic health conditions and have ADHD and autism. I enjoy singing, attending church, and I am a fan of Star Wars and Disney. I live with my husband, 2 young daughters (7 and 2) and a one‑year‑old assistance dog in training
The successful applicant will work flexible hours Monday to Friday.
Location: Hellesdon, NR6
The role:
· Personal care, including support with dressing, toileting and hygiene.
· Cooking and food preparation
· General household duties such as cleaning and laundry
· Supporting access to the community and days out
· Assisting with childcare, including supporting a toddler
· Assisting with dog walking and training
· School and nursery pick ups
· Supporting attendance at appointments
· Providing companionship and emotional support
· Promoting independence and social engagement
Person Specification
Essential
· First aid trained (adult and child)
· Understanding of ADHD and autism
· Awareness of chronic illness, including ME/CFS
· Experience working with or supporting young children
· Compassionate, kind and understanding approach
· Confident working around dogs
· Flexible and available Monday to Friday
Desirable
· Driving licence (preferred but not essential)
· Food hygiene knowledge
· Manual handling training
Summary Terms and Conditions
· The rate of pay for this position is £12.89 per hour
· Hours and times of work as follows: 22 hours per week, flexible Monday to Friday
· 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.
· Access to free Care Skills training for employed workers.
The post is subject to the following:
· A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.
· Satisfactory references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer.
· Completion of a satisfactory probation period of 6 months.
Services
Meal Preparation
Personal Care
Domestic Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Training
Essential PA Guide
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Moving & Handling
Food Hygiene
First Aid
Autism / Aspergers
Schedule, Pay & Hours
Time
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Sun
ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep