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Job Description: Herts Good Care are assisting Margaret to find a Personal Assistant to help look after her son.

Job Title:Personal Assistant
Reference Number:HCPA(phone number removed)
Company Name:Margaret Casey
Shifts Available:Mornings , Evenings , Days , Nights , Weekends
Location:Bishops Stortford
Type of Care Provider:Private Care (Direct Employer)
Supporting individuals with:Learning Disability
Pay/Salary:£9.00 - £12.00 Per Hour
Hours of Work:1 shift per week - 8am to 9pm or 9pm to 8am
Driving Required:Yes
Contract Type:Part Time Contract

About the Company

I employ a small team of personal assistants to work with my son, in all areas of his personal, domestic and leisure life, both in his home and in the community. Your role is to enable him to lead an enjoyable, fulfilled, healthy and independent life. My son, who is in his late twenties, has autism and an anxiety disorder and lives in his own flat with 24/7 support.

Why should I apply for this Personal Assistant job?

£9 - £12 per hour depending on length of service and previous experience, Weekend rate enhanced by 20%, Nights £10 per hour weekdays, Flexible hours, to cover 24 hours a day, including over-night and weekends (there is a carer’s room with a bed.), Leave – 28 days pro rata, Statutory Sick Pay

The chance to join an enthusiastic and strong team working to provide my son with a full and independent life. Much flexibility around hours and the opportunity to develop your skills. You will receive on-going support and training to enable you to work effectively and for you to enjoy your work. We foster an open and reflective communication and a team ethos. You will receive full on-the-job training and mentoring from the team and the Team Leader.

What does this Personal Assistant job involve?

Personal Requirements: My son is quite independent concerning looking after himself but finds reminders and encouragement, to do this properly, helpful.

Domestic Needs:My son has many independent living skills and should be supported to undertake simple tasks around the flat, with guidance and supervision. You will be responsible for ensuring the following general domestic duties take place:

* General housework, including cleaning, dusting, vacuuming – ensuring the flat is clean and tidy at all times

* Assistance with preparing menus and shopping lists and taking him shopping

* Preparation and cooking of healthy meals and drinks and clearing up

* Assistance with changing bed linen

* Laundry and ironing

General Assistance and responsibilities:

* To help my son with any chosen activity, inside or outside his home,

* Assist with getting to and taking part in social and leisure activities, including: visiting shops and local towns; buying toys, CDs and books; eating out; swimming, walking, cycling, trampoline, cinema; Outdoor Pursuits; Pilates. At home my son plays with his toys and on his computer.

* Respect my son

* Arrive at the agreed time, ready to work

* Give as much notice as possible if you are going to be late or can’t come

* Discuss any problems with the Team Leader and me as soon as possible

* Respect my son’s possessions and use them only with his consent.

* Monitor his spending, to ensure that he lives within his means

* Maintain appropriate records

* You will be expected to follow the guidance provided in my son’s care plan and his Positive Behaviour Support Plan.

Am I the right person for this Personal Assistant job?

Integrity, honesty, conscientiousness and the ability to use your initiative and work co-operatively as the member of a team. A passion for supporting those with Autism and Learning Disabilities and Difficulties to lead fulfilled lives. A willingness to learn and share expertise

* Good standard for English and maths

* NVQ Health and Social Care level 2 or equivalent

* At least one year’s experience of working with adults with Autism and/or Learning Difficulties and Disabilities

* A good level of personal fitness, in order for you to support my son in his activities

* Clean driving licence and the confidence to drive my son to his activities, car is provided. A good knowledge of the local area is an advantage.

* DBS checks

* Appointment is dependent on successful completion of two week induction and three month probation.

If you are interested in this position please apply today and we will call you within the next couple of days. If this is not the right job for you, we have over 200 positions which you can search and apply by visiting Hertsgoodcare

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Job Title: Care Assistant
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Salary: £9 - £12/hour
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