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Social Care Female Personal Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 13 May 2025
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: £18.00 per hour
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 12 June 2025
Location: Tonbridge, Kent
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Direct Payments
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 20250512KT1306598

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Summary

Social Care Female Personal Assistant Required

Job reference: 20250512KT1306598
Hours: Night Cover 7pm – 9pm
Wage: £18 per hour
Location: Staplehurst/Tonbridge Kent

I am looking for someone who is reliable, a good communicator and shows dignity and respect towards others, to become a personal assistant. You will be supporting a 32-year-old female with Autism, learning disabilities, mental health/PTSD & wellbeing difficulties.

Responsibilities:

Communication: Establish a way for the person to reach out to you if needed when they feel anxious or stressed.
Personal Care: Assist with any necessary personal care routines before bedtime.
Monitor Health: Administer any necessary medications as prescribed (if applicable) .Keep a list of medication given and dosage to help with toileting needs during the night if required.

Establish a Routine: Maintain a consistent bedtime routine to promote a sense of security. Dim the lights in the evening to signal that it's time to wind down.

Emergency Preparedness: Follow the plan in case of emergencies. Know the location of emergency contacts and medical supplies.
Ensure you have access to a phone and emergency services if needed.

Stay Attentive: Check in with the client and do activities together ie watch a film, read a book, play a game

Encourage Independence: Where possible, encourage independence by setting up the environment to allow them to do things on their own.

Promote Hydration: Ensure there's water within easy reach in case they get thirsty during the night.

Documentation: Keep a record of any changes in health, behaviour, or incidents during the night.

Requirements:
Experience: Prior experience in supporting individuals with Autism, learning disabilities, mental health/PTSD, and wellbeing difficulties is essential.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with the client and other stakeholders.
Reliability and Respect: Demonstrate reliability, dignity, and respect in all interactions.
Driving License and Insurance: Must have a clean driving license and business insurance to enable taking the client out.
DBS Check: The position is subject to a disclosure and barring service.

This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4

How to apply

You can apply for this job by telephoning 03000 413600 and/or email direct.payments@kent.gov.uk and quoting the job reference.

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