Personal Assistant to help maintain my independence

Hi, I 'm Georgina and am 90 years young and I live 5 miles from Dumfries with my wonderful family, so you will need a driving licence as there is not a regular bus service. I enjoy being as independent as possible. I have dementia and can be a little forgetful, which is why I am requiring support with my daily living tasks which include; washing, dressing, breakfast and medication.

You will be joining a small team of Personal Assistants and I am looking for support on a Wednesday morning for two hours around 7.45am - 9.45am to assist me into my glad rags to go to my club and for one hour in the evening around 7.00pm - 8.00pm  to help me out of my glad rags and to settle me for the evening. I would also require you to work every other weekend at the same times and if required to cover holidays and sickness.

I am looking for someone with the following qualities: bubbly, reliable, honest and trustworthy, good sense of humour and conversation and above all patience. I would like someone who has at least one year's experience in Adult Social Care or dementia care with some moving and assistance training, but if not then training can be sought for the right person.

I enjoy being outdoors and being with my family and friends.

If you think this is the role for you then I would love to hear from you.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

You will be asked to provide the names of two referees.

You will need to be a member of Protecting Vulnerable Group (PVG) scheme. If you are not already a member, I can advise you how to apply.

Please note that Capability Scotland are not the employer, but acting on behalf of our client, who is the legal employer.

If you would like to find out more or for help with applying then please contact Anne at Capability Scotland quoting reference GC1126AM