MPM1715 Personal Assistant

I'm a man in my late 50's with complex health needs. My care is monitored 24/7 because I cannot do anything without assistance. You will be working as part of a small team of PAs to assist me in my home.

I need assistance with all my daily living needs including but not limited to feeding, moving, walking, personal hygiene and medication. I am unsteady on my feet and prone to falls. If I'm left unsupervised for any amount of time there is a high risk I will come to harm myself.

I live with my sister who is my main carer. Sometimes during the night I can experience restlessness and cannot stay in bed., · Ensuring my safety and well-being at all times in relation to the following -

· Reassuring me when I am anxious

· General and basic meal prep and providing drinks as and when needed. Assisting me with both of these tasks as I have difficulty chewing and swallowing; ensuring I do not choke whilst swallowing

· Assisting me with my bathing, toileting and hygiene needs - ie: personal care

· Monitoring general health - chest infections, eye care, mouth care, skin markings, pressure sores

· Assisting me to take daily medication

· Accurate recording and filing of a range of medical information as appropriate; ie MARs reports for medication. Training will be given by an authorised professional in order to handle and manage my medication

· Support with bowel care and general toileting - prompting to use the toilet, thorough cleaning, applying barrier cream for skin integrity

· Ensuring varied diet and hydration to aid overall health and well-being

· Keeping a shift log of all that's happened during shift

· Doing a shift handover after each shift; inform the next PA of any concerns, mood, and particular action to be taken.

· General support around the house which could include general household cleaning, laundry, mopping floors, wiping down surfaces, vacuuming, general tidying as required

· Following prompts on the task board and completing listed tasks, Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period will be necessary in the first instance. The wage will be paid 4 weekly on return of a payslip provided by the Centre for Independent Living. You will receive 5.6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata). You may be required to apply for a DBS check at no expense to you.

· You must be reliable, dependable and flexible

· Someone who understands my care needs are a priority

· Attend shifts on time; contacting your employer if there'll be lateness or absence

· Someone who has a good sense of humour

· A positive outlook

· Respect the privacy and confidentiality of working in someone else's home

· Experience in a caring role would be beneficial but not essential

· Mature and well-experienced in life is strongly preferred

You must be willing to cover sickness and annual leave which could include day hours, weekends and overnights.

RATE OF PAY

£12.00 per hour weekday

£14.00 per hour weekend