Female Personal Care Assistant

Penderels Trust , St Giles, Lincoln

Female Personal Care Assistant

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Penderels Trust , St Giles, Lincoln

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 6 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 8182b01fa3404b93a29d22e316d7d687

Full Job Description

  • 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.
  • Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication.
  • Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors.
  • Support the individual to look after/care for pets.
  • Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities.
  • 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 all moving & handling, breathing (using my ventilator), suction and oxygen support.
  • Due to the following requirements of the role, only candidates aged 18 or over should apply for this position:
  • You will be required to administer medication.
  • You will be handling hazardous substances.
  • You will be required to work for more than 48 hours per week.
  • Shifts may start before and or after 10pm
  • 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.

    Car driver preferred but not essential.,
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
  • Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
  • Have a lively personality.
  • The successful candidate will be self-motivated, have a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for providing high quality care to support me living as independently as possible, at home with my family.

    I am an 18yr old girl seeking a Personal Health Care Assistant(s) to join my existing team of PHCAs at home. I have Cerebral Palsy, Dystonia, Epilepsy and I also have a tracheostomy, but I do not let my health needs define me, and I enjoy living my life to the fullest, I just need extra help to achieve this. My health needs mean that I need 24/7 support to help me with all my care needs, to ensure that I am safe, mobile, and comfortable. This includes overnight support. I live at home with my Mum, Dad, 2 sisters, 2 dogs and my rabbit. I'm a very sociable person and known as a bit of thrill seeker, I'm certainly not as fragile as some people may assume. I'm generally always looking for the next new experience and I like to be busy with activities and events, but I also love to chill at home. I love art, music, cooking, shopping and socialising (including mocktails in town!). I love the outdoors, watching movies and I'm a huge Disney fan! Employer Disability and Health Conditions:
  • Mobility / Physical
  • Spinal Chord
  • Vision
  • Hearing
  • Cognitive / Learning
  • Epilepsy, Dystonia, Chronic Lung Disease & Scoliosis.

    Successful candidates are required to undertake any training that is considered necessary and appropriate to the role.
  • Moving and Handling. Training will be provided by the employer.
  • First Aid. Training will be provided by the employer.
  • Epilepsy. Training will be provided by the employer.
  • Peg Feed. Training will be provided by the employer.
  • Tracheostomy Care. Training will be provided by the employer.
  • Catheter Care. Training will be provided by the employer.
  • Medication Safety & Administration. Oxygen Administration. Pain management.
  • When you are Required: Hours per week: 30+
  • Monday, 07:00-9:00, 15:30-20:30, 21:00-09:00
  • Tuesday, 07:00-9:00, 15:30-20:30, 21:00-09:00
  • Wednesday, 07:00-9:00, 15:30-20:30, 21:00-09:00
  • Thursday, 07:00-9:00, 15:30-20:30, 21:00-09:00
  • Friday, 07:00-9:00, 15:30-20:30, 21:00-09:00
  • Saturday, 9:00-18:00, 21:00-09:00
  • Sunday, 9:00-12:00, 21:00-09:00
  • Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview. This position will require