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Self Employed Personal Assistant ES488

Job details
Posting date: 22 April 2024
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

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Summary

Vacancy Title: Self Employed Personal Assistant
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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