Personal Care Assistant - Sheffield, United Kingdom - Penderels Trust

Penderels Trust

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Sheffield, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Reference SHE15133AW- High Green, Sheffield

About the Employer
Personal Assistant required to support a woman with physical and emotional needs in the S35/High Green area.

You will work alongside a care agency to provide well-rounded and reliable care and support, assisting her in all aspects of daily living.

Employer Disability and Health Conditions

Mobility / Physical
Cognitive / Learning
Mental Health

Cognitive impairment, memory problems, Osteo-Arthritis - affects mobility, Fibromyalgia, Low blood pressure - causes fainting episodes, bone-anchored hearing aid

The employer's hobbies and interests:

Diamond painting
Going shopping
Going to cafes

Other relevant information

The individual has allergies. Nylon, Ibuprofen, some antibiotics including Penicillin.
The individual keeps pets in the home.1 small dog friendly.

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities

Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors.
Support with food shopping.
Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.

The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

Transport Requirement

Car driver and car owner - must have business insurance.

Required Skills:

To be able to work on own initiative.
Be patient, supportive and caring.
Be empathetic.
Previous caring experience is essential.
Be selfmotivated with a willingness to get involved.
Have a lively personality.

Required Training
First Aid. Training will be provided by the employer.

When you are Required

Specific days/times required:

Monday, Morning into lunchtime
Tuesday, Morning into lunchtime
Wednesday, Morning into lunchtime
Thursday, Morning into lunchtime
Friday, Morning into lunchtime

Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.

Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent

Part-time hours: 8 per week

Salary:
£12.00 per hour

Benefits: