Personal Assistant

I am a lady living in Rhos in sea and I have a physical disability and use a wheelchair. I am looking for someone to support me within my home and support me to attend appointments and with daily tasks in and outside the home. Duties will include attending appointments, assisting with personal needs, as well as some household duties. A full clean driving license is essential.

What you can expect from me:
A safe, friendly, and welcoming workplace where you will be valued.
Flexibility with working hours
Supervision and support.
Access to training and learning opportunities.
5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
Competitive rates of pay.
Knowing that you make a difference to my quality of life.

The kind of person I am looking for is someone who:
Will promote and support confidence and independence.
Has a person-centered approach and a genuine interest in supporting people to achieve their goals.
Can follow instructions and will establish a professional standard of care, to be always maintained.
Will not use their personal mobile phone at work unless in an emergency.
Is trustworthy, kind, punctual and reliable.
Is patient and supportive with good listening skills and an ability to provide non-judgmental emotional support.
Maintains confidentiality and respects the privacy of the family, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
Can work flexibly, adapting to the variable requirements of this role as required.

Task and duties, to include any or all the following:
Assist with personal care on occasion i.e., showering and hair washing.
To be a companion and provide support with daily living tasks around the house and garden.
Be an animal lover - be comfortable around my pets.
To be flexible and available with a short amount of notice.
To be a confident driver, and therefore hold a full clean driving licence with appropriate business insurance cover - while accompanying me on occasions, be willing to drive my automatic car.
To accompany me to appointments to the doctors, hospital etc., and to go shopping.
To support me and keep me company on days out to places I enjoy going to.
Access local amenities and services as require.
To help maintain a clean and safe environment.
To ensure that due consideration is always given to my personal health and safety.
Any other duties not mentioned but that fall within the scope of this role should be discussed and then mutually agreed.
Undertake any further training, as mutually agreed.

Please be aware that this role is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer and you will not be employed by The Rowan Organisation, nor will we be held responsible for any situation arising from your employment.
The Rowan Organisation is a registered charity which supports people who employ their own staff through Direct Payments.