Personal Assistant CSES796

I have profound deafness, since I was three years old. I am very good at lip-reading, you will need to face when we communicate and speak clearly. I am bipolar, an understanding of both conditions would be beneficial. I am looking for a PA for 8 hours per week to support me with - Help with admin and making phone calls Help with planning journeys on the bus and train. Sorting for charity and tip, books CDS etc Deep clean of one room at a time. Going out for a coffee and an opportunity to talk Initial support to attend groups/classes that I would then attend independently. Duties include: Moving and handling Other relevant duties as required Administration Housekeeping Shopping Cooking Transportation Companionship Looking after pets Gardening Candidate qualities

Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality Reliable with good timekeeping Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative Hygienic, tidy and well organised Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills Honest and cheerful Creative Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard Must be comfortable with pets Able to always work to high standards of health & safety Additional requirements Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours Notes: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required. Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

• Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
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