Interested in working in social care? Read on to find out how you can get involved.

To apply, follow the link provided and fill out an application form or forward your CV to parecruitment@penderelstrust.org.uk (Please include the job reference number: WAK17162TB1 to your email if submitting via email)

About the Employer

Bubbly single mum (3 children, always present but need no care) looking for a PA to join her team to assist with all aspects of care. Work will include accompanying service user to different groups as well as care at home.

Employer Disability and Health Conditions:

• Mobility / Physical

The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Art
• Nature
• Education

Other relevant information:

• The individual has allergies. The sun and kiwis.
• The individual keeps pets in the home.One small dog and three cats - no care needed.

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
• Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication.
• Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
• Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors.
• Support with food shopping.
• Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities.
• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.
• Support with managing paperwork & correspondence.
• Support with gardening.
• Ensuring hydration is kept up and watching for signs of fatigue.

The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).

Transport Requirement:

Full driving licence is essential as the role requires you to drive the employer’s vehicle (employer to check age requirement with car insurance provider).

Required Skills:

• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to work on own initiative.
• To work as part of a team.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
• Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.

When you are Required:

Hours per week: variable, approx. 10-12

• Monday, 1 hour minimum during the working day
• Tuesday, 1 hour minimum during the working day
• Wednesday, 12:30pm - 4pm
• Thursday, 9am - 1pm
• Friday, 12pm - 2pm
• Saturday, 1 hour minimum during the working day

Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.