PC10 / 09 / KE7 Self Employed PA / Support Worker / Care Assistant

The role may suit somebody that has been a dog walker or worked in kennels, a veterinary nurse, or someone who has provided care in the community to various adult-age ranges and abilities., The varied duties when required will include:

• Assisting with the care of the guide dog and the other pets, including help with walking, feeding and cleaning.
• Assisting with the basic upkeep and tidying of the garden and outdoor areas.
• Helping with all household tasks that require sighted assistance, which will include sewing, ironing, and putting away of laundry. Cleaning and tidying within the house maintaining a habitable, safe environment.
• Help with preparing meals, including labelling of food containers and organising the same, such as to aid a blind person.
• Sighted assistance with setting up and using various equipment and technology within the home and office.
• Assistance with all written material, correspondence, and completing forms where necessary.
• Guiding and being aware of giving verbal information to a blind person about the environment both when indoors and out travelling.
• Driving Client to and from events/venues, medical appointments, vet appointments and shopping trips.
• Assistance with correspondence and any other reading and writing tasks, which may be required to support a blind person e.g. reading information on food packaging, cleaning packaging, signage etc.
• Assist with care of animals and vet trips, as and when required.
• Support to attend meetings and social events where necessary.
• Any other task which may reasonably be asked of someone providing the services of a Personal Assistant.
Additional information PA support worker to assist a registered blind person to maintain their independence in and out of the home. Including assisting with the care of cats and dogs so must be comfortable around many animals. The Client works with some flexibility so you will be able to plan your own schedule around their support needs when appropriate.

A Contract to provide Services is offered, to fulfil the duties of a Personal Assistant to a blind person to enable them to live as independently as possible. The person contracted should be officially registered as self-employed with HMRC and be responsible for correctly reporting and paying their own income tax and national insurance contributions to HMRC. You must live reasonably local to the work location. The Client is looking for a reliable, caring, respectful, non-judgmental and friendly person who is calm and has a good sense of humour. You must be able to drive and be comfortable around animals, especially an array of dogs and cats. You will be assisting with walking multiple dogs, cleaning, appointments, shopping, meal preparation and planning. Reading information, completing forms and a whole host of other varied tasks in and outside of the home to ensure that the Client can keep their independence whilst living in their own home. You must have the relevant Liability Insurance (proof will be required). You must also have a DBS or be willing to undertake one, at your own cost. You must have further ID and valid references. You should ideally have experience in the care field working directly in peoples homes. You will be resilient, observant and with the ability to follow instructions. You should have good communication skills, with a proven track record of being reliable and punctual and a willingness to go the extra mile. Training and guidance will be given. Trust and total confidentiality with respect to all matters is essential., The applicant must be a competent driver with the use of a reliable car. Mileage expenses will be paid for these duties (excluding commute). Local knowledge and access to the use of a SatNav are essential. Being comfortable around many animals is essential. It is important that the applicant can provide these services at times requested, when given reasonable notice, so a flexible approach is needed.

Times and days flexible, to suit both Client and Person. Your availability to work on a Thursday and Friday is essential. Some Saturdays will also be required. Up to 7 days a week, various shift available. Additional flexible hours may be required Monday to Saturday, and will include Sundays on occasion. Possible job share will be considered. Rate £16.00 to £20.00 per hour dependent on experience Area Little Stanion (Corby NN18 Area)