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Personal Assistant Carer/Dementia Care DPSS489

Norwich

Part Time

Direct Payment Support Service

Closing Date: 21/06/21

Job Purpose
To provide support for older gentleman, allowing him to remain in his own home.
Location:  Norwich, NR2
Details
As an older man suffering with dementia. I have a busy working family close by but the support of a P.A/Carer will enable me to live comfortably and safely in my own home. My P.A. will keep me company, make sure that I have had meals and remind me about personal care, as well as making sure that I am dressed appropriately for the weather and that my heating is on when needed.  I currently have support on weekdays, but need someone to provide consistent care over weekends (2X4 hours), with the potential for additional hours to cover leave and sickness.
May include other duties, to be discussed
Person specification
Listed below are the skills, competencies and qualities that are essential and desirable for the post. My assessment of these, both on application and at interview, will be the main factor in determining if you are successful. Please refer to these when submitting your application.
Essential
  • Reliable
  • Flexible
  • Patient
  • Basic cooking skills
Summary terms and conditions
  • The rate of pay for this position is £9.37 per hour
  • You will be reimbursed for any agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.
  • Hours and times of work:  8 hours per week, 4hrs each on Saturday and Sundays, plus potential for holiday/sickness cover on weekdays
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 probationary period of 3 months.

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