VOG1057 Personal Assistant

This role is ideal for someone who values continuity of care, enjoys providing gentle encouragement, and is committed to supporting independence in a respectful and dignified way.

Providing high-quality personal care and support in my home, assisting with daily routines, personal hygiene, companionship, and outings. Ensuring a safe, respectful, and compassionate approach to care and building a trusting relationship., Shifts range from half hour to 6 hours per shift, ensuring proper care coverage between the hours of 09:00-20:00

RATE OF PAY

£14.15 per hour plus double time on bank holidays

Appropriate mileage compensated where required

TASKS INVOLVED

Monitor overall well-being and report any concerns.
Follow agreed strategies to encourage participation in daily routines.
Prompt me with my medication
Provide support while my husband attends social activities (Monday & Tuesday AM, Thursday full day).

Personal Care:

Assist with morning washing, dressing, and personal hygiene.
Applying prescribed skin ointment and monitoring skin condition
Support with bedtime routine and ensuring comfort overnight.
Provide assistance with bathing and hair wash and catheter bag change.

Household Support:

Change and wash bed linen
Assist with light domestic tasks as needed.

Meal Assistance:

Support with lunch preparations and ensure hydration.

Companionship & Outings:

Accompany the client on an outing every Thursday (e.g., lunch, coffee, feeding ducks at Cosmeston).
Engage in meaningful conversation and encourage social interaction.

Experience in personal care (formal or informal).
Compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to care.
Good communication skills and ability to build trust with the client.
Reliable, punctual, and able to work set shifts.
Full UK driving license with business class insurance (for outings).
Previous experience in elderly care or as a personal assistant with Dementia

Desirable:

Basic knowledge of catheter care (training can be provided).

This position is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (Police Check), which must be completed prior to the commencement of employment. The cost of this check will be covered by the Local Authority.

All necessary checks will be conducted to verify that any candidate has the legal right to work in the UK before employment begins.

Although this is a part-time role, it is a legitimate position requiring the submission of a National Insurance number. Employment will commence under an initial trial period.

Wages will be paid on a four-weekly / monthly basis and appropriate holiday pay will be provided.

Please note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not serve as your employer or be liable for any issues arising from your employment should you be offered the position.