Carer / Personal Assistant - Driving licence essential Luton, East of England, England
Job description
The DRC is recruiting on behalf of a family who are looking to recruit a female carer / Personal Assistant to support a young lady who has ataxia telangiectasia, which affects the nervous system, immune system, and other body systems. This means that she is unable to walk, eat or carry out personal care tasks independently. Support is therefore needed with personal care, maintaining a nutritional diet and eating. There is also support required for household tasks such as laundry and cleaning. The successful applicant will be punctual, reliable, empathetic and encouraging and motivating in a supportive way.
The job is based in a family home in Luton and out in the community.
Hours of work:
2 days per week, Thursday and Friday, 7 hour shifts. Support is provided by another Personal Assistant on other days and additional hours may be available to cover absence.
Some weekend work is available for activities.
Support includes:
- Personal care including showering and dressing
- Preparing and support with eating and drinking meals throughout the day
- Support with accessing the community to go to health appointments
- Support with going to social activities such as the cinema and concerts
- Household tasks such as laundry and cleaning
This is not an exclusive list of tasks and other tasks may be required as advised
Benefits include:
- Itemised pay slip
- Paid Annual Leave of 5.6 weeks per year pro rata
- Maternity Leave
- A safe work place
- Care Certificate Training
For further details please contact Jon or Maria at the Disability Resource Centre on 01582 470900 (option 2) and quote ref: NW-ML31/01/23
The right candidate must be conscientious, flexible and willing to learn and accept responsibility.
Experience:
Previous experience in a care setting is not essential but may be an advantage. The successful candidate will be able to use their own initiative and have a positive attitude.
Other requirements:
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Own vehicle
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 14 per week
Salary: £9.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
Day range:
- Monday to Friday
Shift:
- Day shift
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 17/02/2023
Reference ID: MLNW31/01/23
