Personal Assistant (PA)
- From £12.50 per hour
- Full Time
- Contract
- Contact: Michelle Griffiths
- Posted April, 23, 2024 4:55 PM
I require 24-hour support and you will be part of a team working from a rota. You will be employed as a permanent PA with a contract. The hours are negotiable and are to be arranged. I am looking for several contracted hrs, Including early shifts, back shifts and sleeping nights. These shifts include weekends. • 40 hrs x 3 contracts • 25hr x 2 ...
Skills and attributions,
have good communication skills, in terms of listening and using my preferred communication where possible I can use (Makaton and signing) This will create a comfortable, safe and comfortable environment for me.
To be compassionate, empathetic, caring and have a friendly warm presence that makes me feel happy and feel safe.
To be proactive, solution-focused approach to problem solving being flexible to emerging or changing circumstances.
Ability to work on your initiative with minimal support, seeking guidance where relevant.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with a proactive approach.
Main Duties
· To assist me with personal care which includes support with showering, dressing, and Oral hygiene.
· Administration of medication
· Have the ability to apply numeracy skills to your role to ensure accurate records are kept.
· Help me with meal planning encouraging me to make my own choices.
· It is important to me that you understand my religious beliefs when meal planning.
· Light domestic duties which include cleaning, washing and ironing.
· To assist with daily finances, personal correspondence
· Competent documentation of care provision and care plans using clear and concise written and verbal communication.
Required Skills
· Promoting my independence
· Respect me
· Give me the choice
· Show me dignity
· Respect my privacy
· Promote and maintain my health and well-being
· Responsive care
· Good communication verbal and written
· Be empathetic and compassionate
· Have patience and understanding
· Be flexible and adaptable
Salary starts above the Scottish Government’s £12 an hour pledge. Currently, the PayScale is £12.30 per hour However, this is dependent on experience and a pay review will be implemented after a 3-month probation period.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time permanent and Relief posts
Education:
SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care is preferred however if you are caring reliable and flexible we will recruit on values and transferable skills.
Mandatory training can be provided if you do not have these essential courses to meet the criteria for the PA post.
· PBS Trained,
· Administration of Medication
· Moving and Handling
· Health and hygiene
Experience
previous experience in a caregiving role either professionally or in a personal capacity is desirable.
Full driving licence preferred but not essential
Clear PVG (required)
Please note: The right to work in the UK is Essential we cannot employ you under the Sponsorship to work in the UK as we are not registered with The Home Office Sponsorship Scheme or the Biometric Visa.
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Requirements
Education:
SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care is preferred however if you are caring reliable and flexible we will recruit on values and transferable skills.
Mandatory training can be provided if you do not have these essential courses to meet the criteria for the PA post.
· PBS Trained,
· Administration of Medication
· Moving and Handling
· Health and hygiene
Experience
previous experience in a caregiving role either professionally or in a personal capacity is desirable.
Full driving licence preferred but not essential
Clear PVG (required)
Please note: The right to work in the UK is Essential we cannot employ you under the Sponsorship to work in the UK as we are not registered with The Home Office Sponsorship Scheme or the Biometric Visa.
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