Personal Assistant for a Young Gentleman - 24 Hrs P/W Weekday@ £11.68 P/H in NR1 - Norwich - NR1

I  am a 20 year old male with a progressive muscle wasting condition and a  full time wheelchair user, looking to employ a personal assistant for 24 hours weekly who is able to assist me in accessing the community and social activities. My main hobby is wheelchair football and I currently play and compete for Norwich City Powerchair Football Club. In addition I enjoy music particularly playing the drums. I am currently seeking part time paid employment, to assist with this I attend voluntary work. Your role will be essential in helping me to access these activities, driving my wheelchair accessible van. I also need somebody who will encourage me to engage in other social activities which will enhance my wellbeing and promote my independence. This role involves assisting with daily life activities, providing limited personal care, and fostering an environment that promotes independence.

 Location: NR1


Job Description:

Assisting with daily living activities.

To accompany me on trips, drive my wheelchair-accessible van, taking me to football, visit friends and visiting the cinema.

Get out and about in the local area, whether it's enjoying Xbox gaming, watching movies at home, or exploring the surroundings.

Empowering and assisting in maintaining my independence.

 

 Person specification

 Essential:

Willingness to engage in activities.

A full UK driving license holder to drive the individual's wheelchair-accessible van.

Flexibility in working hours to accommodate the individual's needs.

The person I employ, must have an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all areas of work including total respect for my privacy.

 
Desirable:

Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.

While not essential, having similar interests such as gaming, football, or shared hobbies can enhance the experience.

 

 
Summary terms and conditions 

The rate of pay for this position is £11.68 per hour.

Hours and times of work: 24 Hrs Weekdays, Time discussed further at interview.

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.

Free Care Skills training is provided to employed staff.

 

 

 The post is subject to the following:

A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.

Satisfactory references from two referees, one of whom must be your current or last employer.

Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 3 months

If this position requires any of the following, the employee will be required to complete free annual training: