Team of personal assistants required SCES3285

I am a 50 year-old lady with MS and epilepsy who lives with her mum. Looking for a team personal assistants on a 2:1 basis to attend to all aspects of my personal care and to assist me with daily living.
I have a degree in engineering and textiles. I like to paint and I enjoy music. I would like to be encouraged to participate in more activities within my abilities. The more for me to consider to get involved with the better.
Nursing experience preferential.

Duties include:

Medication prompting/administering
Personal grooming
Eating and drinking assistance
Moving and handling
Clinical tasks
Other relevant duties as required
Companionship
Dressing / undressing
Bathroom assistance
I need to get out in my electric wheelchair for a least one hour per day with my dog Bella.
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
I have a degree in engineering and textiles. I like to paint and I enjoy music. I would like to be encouraged to participate in more activities within my abilities. The more for me to consider to get involved with the better.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours, Vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission
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 employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives. Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued employment contracts.

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


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