Lunch-time Personal Assistant DP5228

I am a young woman looking for personal assistant so I can be more independent. I have Cerebral Palsy and would like to start doing more things myself. I know what I need but need some support with completing the tasks which is where your assistance would be valued. I need a personal assistant who can cook and prepare food the way I need, i.e. mashed well so that I can eat safely, and tasty! Nothing flash, just plain simple food. Additional hours from 9.30 up to 15.30 may also be available at times, to support me when out and about, for example, going to the cinema or out for a meal. Ideal candidates would be highly organised with a methodical approach, as a strict routine is important to me. An understanding of Cerebral Palsy would be an advantage but is not essential. There is also use of a hoist for which full training would be given. If you are able to drive my adapted van that would also be a bonus! Duties include: Eating and drinking assistance Other relevant duties as required Cooking Bathroom assistance Candidate qualities

Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality Reliable with good timekeeping Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative Hygienic, tidy and well organised Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills Honest and cheerful Creative Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard Able to always work to high standards of health & safety If you are able to drive my adapted van that would also be a bonus!, Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required. Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position you will be employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives. Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued employment contracts.

• Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9