Personal Assistant required to support a female aged 24 who lives in the Spennymoor area - Spennymoor - DL16
Job Reference (0ad481f0)
Female assistant needed to assist client to live more independently - she has FND (Functional Neurological Disorder).
Her symptoms are varied, she is wheelchair bound but able to transfer without support.
She has tremors, issues with word finding and non-epileptic seizures which do not need hospitalisation unless an injury occurs.
We are looking for someone who can provide either quiet company or be ready to go out and watch a film or just potter round the shops.
During a seizure she just needs to be kept safe and ensure injuries do not occur.
She has days of low mental health and support and reassurance at these times is essential.
She has 2 cats in the property.
The perfect candidate will be adaptable to the client's needs on a day to day basis, understanding, caring and be able to cope well if a seizure occurs in the community.
Client is very well versed with her condition and would be happy to explain everything.
Hours /Wage
The role is for 21 hours 20 minutes per week.
Pay will initially be £12.50 per hour which will be reviewed after the first 6 months with a view to rise to £13 per hour - please note these amounts may increase in April 2026.
Hours will be Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends with Mondays and Wednesdays as set days for the majority of weeks.
Some flexibility around times dependent on client's needs - this can be discussed during interview.
Duties
The main purpose is to encourage independence but some assistance will be needed.
Assist with food prep – chopping and cutting especially.
Accompany to shops for food shopping.
Go out as and when needed to allow a social life.
Maintain safety during seizures.
Household tasks as requested by client.
Additional Requirements/Information
No formal training needed however any clarification around client's condition can be arranged.
Experience with neurological conditions is preferred but more important is the right person for the client.
The ideal person would be able to drive - there is use of a Motability vehicle however this is automatic. While their own car is not essential, they would be required to get to and from Spennymoor for contracted and agreed hours.
All working hours would be either in the client’s home or in the community but shifts will start and finish at client's home address.
An enhanced DBS is required and preferably at least one reference.
Services
Meal Preparation
Domestic Care
Social + Leisure activities
Schedule, Pay & Hours
Time
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Tue
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Sun
ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep