Personal Care Assistant required in Heworth, York £14 per hour - York - YO31
Job Reference (6fcf5ebb)
I am a female young professional and live in Heworth, York. I have a physical disability and I require some help with everyday tasks and personal care. (My arms don’t work very well!).
No previous experience necessary, lots of tea, cake and laughter and a rewarding experience.
Regular work with up to 10 flexible hours per week.
The role would be to work directly for me, supporting me and you will be directed by me at all times in the role. I require support to live independently, due to a physical disability affecting mainly my arms. I live in a modern house in the Heworth area of York and lead a busy and active life. I am used to employing Personal Assistants (PAs) and have been doing for several years and have been nationally recognised for my ability to manage my PAs.
As well as supporting practically the role also involves lots of tea, cake and laughter!
Working Arrangements
The 25 hours support needed every week is organised on a rota basis, taking into account the employees other commitments and availability.
Main Duties
On a daily basis
● Mornings – Dressing, breakfast preparation, (Approx. 1 hour usually around 7:30am weekdays)
● Dinner times – Meal preparation (Approx. 1 hour usually around 6pm)
● Evenings – Undressing, showering etc. (Approx. 1 hour usually around 9:30pm)
On a weekly basis
● Shopping
● Collecting / carrying / putting away items
● Social activities, swimming (getting changed)
● Changing duvet cover / sheets
● Washing / drying clothes, putting clothes away
● Cleaning / gardening / baking
I will be able to contribute to all the above tasks and they will be accomplished jointly. There is a lot of variety in the job and current and previous employees have found this both enjoyable and rewarding.
Training
There are no formal qualifications needed to do this job.
The tasks and assistance involved can be learned through you and I working together.
Where it is required practical training and guidance will be arranged.
Services
Meal Preparation
Personal Care
Domestic Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Schedule, Pay & Hours
Time
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep