Self Employed Personal Assistant ES488
Posting date: | 22 April 2024 |
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Salary: | £23 per hour |
Hours: | Part time |
Closing date: | 22 May 2024 |
Location: | Eastbourne, East Sussex |
Remote working: | On-site only |
Company: | Independent Lives |
Job type: | Permanent |
Job reference: | ES488 |
Summary
Reference Number:ES488
Location: Eastbourne
Hours per week:3hours per week - 1 hour evening call between 9-10 Mon, Tues, Weds.
Hourly pay rate: £23ph
Mileage rate (if applicable): N/A
Details
I am looking for care for a: man
The candidate should be any gender
Driving licence required: no
Access to own vehicle required: no
Overnight care required: no
Job Description
• Assisting with bedtime routines and ensuring the individual is comfortable and safe
• Providing walking assistance and supporting mobility with an assistance dog
• Using a hoist for safe transfers, as the individual is a wheelchair owner
• Maintaining a friendly and supportive environment
Summary
Seeking a compassionate and experienced Personal Assistant to assist a 67-year-old gentleman with evening care in the Eastbourne area. This role involves providing support with bedtime routines and walking assistance for an assistance dog.
Candidate qualities:
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Must be comfortable with pets
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
Other Personal Qualities:
Employee Duties:
• Moving and handling
• Other relevant duties as required
• Looking after pets
• Dressing / undressing
• Bathroom assistance
Additional duties:
• Previous experience as a carer or in a similar role
• Knowledge of Personal Assistant insurance and safeguarding protocols
• Ability to use a hoist and assist with mobility
• Friendly and patient demeanor, with a compassionate approach to care
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