Personal Assistant for a person with physical & mental health needs.
Part time - set 30 hours/week - £15.60/hr. Additional hours may occasionally be required to cover holiday.
We are a small team that provide high-quality support for an individual with physical and mental learning disabilities, enabling her to live safely, comfortably, and with dignity in her own home.
Support focuses on:
- Personal care
- Health and medical needs
- Daily living activities, including personal care, cooking, social activities, providing engaging activities at home.
- Ensure the home environment is clean, safe, and comfortable.
Key Responsibilities:
- Follow individual care plans, risk assessments, and health protocols.
- Assist with personal hygiene, and dressing.
- Support with medication
- Promote independence and choice wherever possible.
- Encourage individual to engage in preferred activities and community outings
- Record health information, behaviour patterns and report concerns promptly to the Team Leader.
1.Behavioral & Emotional Support
- Provide reassurance and calming strategies when the person experiences anxiety or distress.
- Recognise behavioural cues and respond appropriately using positive behaviour support techniques.
- Encourage engagement in preferred activities.
2. Communication & Engagement
- Use knowledge of clients verbal communication and behavioural cues to meet her needs.
- Support social inclusion and community access, while managing risks and triggers.
- Promote dignity, respect, and choice at all times.
3. Safeguarding & Legal Compliance
- Work in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Equality Act 2010.
- Safeguard the individual from harm, abuse, or neglect.
- Maintain confidentiality
4. Record Keeping
- Maintain accurate daily notes, medication records, and incident reports.
- Ensure risk assessments and care plans are followed and updated as directed.
Key Responsibilities
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Care
- Domestic Care
- Social + Leisure activities
- Support to remain independent
The right candidate will have experience in care with mental health.
Must hold a UK drivers license
Must be female, as dealing with a female client.
Services
- Meal Preparation
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Personal Care
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Domestic Care
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Social + Leisure activities
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Support to remain independent
Training
- Moving & Handling
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Understanding challenging behaviour
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Autism / Aspergers
Transportation
Medical
- Safe Administration of Medication
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Continence Care
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Epilepsy Awareness
Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
