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Personal Care Assistant DPSS549

Aylsham

Part Time

Direct Payment Support Service

Closing Date: 31/08/21

Job description
Listed below are details of the purpose and general tasks of the job to provide some insight of what is involved. It is advisable to refer to this when submitting your application for the post.
Job Purpose
To provide support and motivation for a man with a variety of health issues
Location: Aylsham, NR11
Details
I am a large man in my 40’s who suffers from diabetes, high blood pressure and arthritis, which limits my mobility. I also have some mental health issues, particularly depression, and I am very shy, although I like to read and have taken up watercolour painting. My main carer is my father however he has his own health issues and therefore needs some respite. I am looking for a friendly and patient P.A. who will come in each morning during the week for an hour to motivate and encourage me to get up, assist with washing/personal hygiene, dressing and breakfast.
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
Summary terms and conditions
  • The rate of pay for this position is £12.00 per hour
  • You will be reimbursed for any agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.
  • Hours and times of work: 5hrs in total. 1 hour per day in the mornings, time to be agreed and can be flexible.
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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