Personal Assistant (CS) - B73

Ideal For All Limited; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A support services organization in Sutton Coldfield is seeking a Personal Assistant/Support Worker to provide comprehensive 24/7 support for a 50-year-old man with Downs Syndrome. Responsibilities include personal care, household management, and assistance with social activities. Candidates must have relevant experience and qualifications, including a Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care, and a valid driver's license. Competitive pay is offered at £13.50 per hour and £90 per night of sleep shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in administering medication is required.
• Must be able to deliver a high level of care.
• Driver's license is necessary for using the employer's vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene and medication administration.
• Maintain cleanliness and assist with household duties.
• Support in social activities and events.

Skills

Experience in administering medication

High level of care

Driving skills

Experience with clients with Alzheimer's/Dementia

Education

Up to Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care

Job description

JOB TITLE: Personal Assistant/Support Worker
JOB REF: JI/CS/05/24
REPORTING TO: Employer/Parents
LOCATION: SUTTON COLDFIELD
RATE OF PAY: £13.50 per hour and £90.00 per night sleep

NATURE OF JOB ROLE:
Working as part of a team to assist with a variety of tasks which will support the employer. To live an independent personal, social and safe life within his own home. The employer is a 50 year old Downs Syndrome man who has no aggressive behaviour and needs full 24/7 support.

MAIN DUTIES

• Personal Duties: Washing, dressing, support and assist with personal hygiene and choice of appropriate clothing. Support with making safe and appropriate choices. Full control of medication. Full support with finances.
• Domestic Duties: Full support with laundry and household duties. Keeping home clean and tidy. Support with preparing food and drinks. Shopping, menu and making healthy meals.
• Social Duties: These duties may vary from day to day, to include support at social clubs and events, days out and any other reasonable duties that may be necessary.

HOURS OF WORK:
24 hour shifts Monday – Sunday – 2 shifts per week. 09.00 – 23.00 and 07.00 – 09.00 (following morning) Sleep 23.00 – 07.00. Also to cover holidays/sickness for other PA’s who work on different days.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Up to Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Only applicants who have experience of administering medication and are able to deliver a high level of care will be considered. Experience of working with clients with onset of Alzheimer’s/Dementia. The applicant needs to be a driver with the use of the employer’s mobility vehicle, also to meet the Mobility Insurance requirements. An advanced DBS will be required.

To apply for this role please send a CV or letter outlining your suitability for the role to [e-mail] – please quote job reference in your application. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss the role please call 0121 558 5555 option 1 and speak to a member of the Direct Payment Team