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Position Title: Personal Assistant
Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire
Hourly Rate: £15 per hour Week Days / £16.80 per hour Weekends
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Job Reference: SOLODFY
Would you like to join my team? I am a young lady living at home with my family in Didcot, Oxfordshire. We are looking for additional team members to help support me in my home and out in the community. I enjoy socialising and going out so its important that you can drive my vehicle.
I am searching for a personal assistant who can help me live my life to the fullest. I enjoy daily outings, meeting new people and taking part in fun activities; I enjoy bowling, going shopping and going on walks.
I have complex health and support needs which include some clinical support so I must have confident and competent staff who are good communicators and can use my equipment safely. I have support with all aspects of my daily living, including personal care, feeding and administering medicines through my Mickey Tube, and moving and handling support, including all transfers. I also require regular chest physio and suctioning. Whilst I need all this support, I must remain as independent as possible and be given opportunities to choose and be involved in my decisions.
Shifts normally consist of the following schedule, based on a four-week Rota:
Week 1
Tuesday 4pm-10pm
Saturday 4pm-10pm
Sunday 7am-4pm
Sunday 4pm-10pm
Week 2
Saturday 1pm-10pm
Sunday 1pm-10pm
Week 3
Tuesday 4pm-10pm
Saturday 7am-4pm
Saturday 4pm-10pm
Sunday 7am-4pm
Sunday 4pm-10pm
Week 4
Saturday 1pm-10pm
Sunday 1pm-10pm
There is an opportunity to increase regular working hours, this can be discussed during the interview stage.
Could you be the person to support me?
I require female drivers who have a clean, full UK driving license so that they can drive my vehicle.
The ideal candidate will be committed, reliable, flexible, and have a positive and caring nature with a cheerful personality and excellent communication skills.
Experience in care and Learning Disabilities is desirable, however, this is a great opportunity for someone willing to learn and expand their knowledge in health and social care.
BENEFITS
In return for your dedication, youll receive a competitive rate of pay in addition to:
5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions).
Company pension scheme after 3 months service, subject to the scheme rules.
Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan, after successful completion of the probation period.
Free training and development for all roles.
Further training/qualification such as NVQ
Access to wellbeing and support tools.
Star of the Month rewards
And so much more
SAFER RECRUITMENT
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of two satisfactory references (see our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information.
SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT
Solo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We will actively promote the safety, health and well-being of everyone in our care by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate within the organisation. We believe that safeguarding is everyones responsibility.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in applying for the position, please send a cover letter and your CV to our email address.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and promote accessibility and inclusivity for all. Solo Support Services is committed to the recruitment and promotion of all based on ability and suitability for the role irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. Our organisation is committed to treating your application fairly on these grounds.
Please be advised that decisions regarding applications and employment are made in conjunction with our client. Therefore, applications will be shared with them for consideration. We will anonymise all information provided to us to ensure your data is kept confidential prior to an offer of interview. You can view our privacy policy on our website.
