About the Employer

I am a middle-aged lady living with a number of health conditions, including ME (Myalgic encephalomyelitis), long-term back problems and Fibromyalgia. Due to the nature of these conditions, some days are better than others, and I require support to help me continue living independently in my own home. I am looking for a reliable and caring Personal Assistant to provide support on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings. I understand the challenges of balancing work and family commitments, so I am happy to discuss start times that fit around school or nursery drop-offs. A love of animals is essential, as I share my home with five cats and two friendly dogs who are very much part of the family. It would be wonderful to find someone who would be happy to help me take my dogs for a walk to the local park. They are well-behaved and friendly, and while you walk alongside them, I will join you at a pace that suits my mobility. This support would give me the confidence to get out into the fresh air and enjoy some gentle exercise when I am able. I am looking for someone who is patient, understanding and supportive, with a good sense of humour and a positive attitude. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others maintain their independence while building a friendly and trusting working relationship. If you are compassionate, dependable and enjoy both people and animals, I would love to hear from you.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Mobility / Physical • Mental Health • Invisible

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Other relevant information

• The individual keeps pets in the home.Five cats and two dogs.

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 the individual to look after/care for pets.
• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.
• Support with managing paperwork & correspondence.
• Support with gardening.

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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

• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to work on own initiative.
• To work as part of a team.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
• Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis.