Personal Assistant

I am a 44-year-old gentleman who lives in Dundrennan. I have a diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) or otherwise known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and this is a debilitating health condition that causes me great difficulty when carrying out daily living tasks and specifically personal care, especially on a relapse of my condition. I am looking for a PA to support with personal care tasks typically on a weekly basis, but hours may vary week to week depending on my needs and childcare situation as I have my children a week at a time.

Duties –

• Personal care duties required i.e. meal preparation. On my worst days I will be bedridden and require support with all personal care tasks i.e. dressing, washing, getting in/out of bed etc.
• Provide any assistance to client as required
• Help with outings

Person Spec

• Reliable
• Valid Driving Licence
• Experience in Adult Care
• Strong character
• Great sense of humour
• Ability to use own initiative
• Flexible
• Person-centred approach
• Patient and sensitive to client’s needs
• Cheerful/positive individual
• Trustworthy
• Good communicator
• Candid
• Integrity
• Compassionate
• Honest
• Happy around dog

Hours of work

6 hours per week – can be flexible with days/times upon discussion

Terms of the role

• £12.60 per hour
• Paid annual leave
• PVG required