Personal Assistant - Hythe, United Kingdom - Fiona Saunders

Description

General Information

It is the job of my Personal Assistant to help me through my personal, social and domestic needs as a disabled young lady.

I like to lead as independent and active life as I can within my own home and in the community.

I will be able to achieve this with a Personal Assistant.

As my Personal Assistant you should be able to handle physical tasks such as lifting, pushing and bending. You do not need to be physically strong but it would help if you are in good general health.

You will need to hold a current driving license and be able to drive a manual car.


Your tasks would include:

Hoisting me in/out of my bed - transferring me in/out of my wheelchair

Fully dressing /undressing me

Showering, washing, paying attention to details such as:
Hair, skin, nails, feet, eyes etc.

Daily Physiotherapy exercises

Preparing my food, drinks and medication

Household/domestic routines

Shopping

Social/leisure activities

Driving my car


Training

You will be given full training to help you understand and meet my personal/medical needs, importantly working together with me you will learn how best to assist me.

Training:
Moving and handling

PEG Feeding

Medication

Oral suction

Physio


Qualities

I would like you to be:
Reliable and trustworthy

• Able to accept responsibility

Self motivated and work with initiative

Diligent and conscientious


Responsibilities
Arrive at the agreed time ready to work

Give notice if you are held up or unable to attend work

Communicate any issues you may have

Respect my privacy and that of my families.

Understand and be mindful of my right to dignity, respect and independence.
Respect my home, possessions and equipment


Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time


Pay:
£12.00 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Benefits:

• Onsite parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work Location:
In person

Expected start date: 27/05/2024