Purple Match
Female Personal Assistant
Essex
Posted 4 weeks ago
Job Features
| Job Category | Essex |
| Vacany Reference: | PUR-366-743 |
| Hours | Hours and Rate of Pay Day Support Worker The day role is for 40 hours per week, worked over five flexible days per week, depending on the rota. This will include one weekend in every three and bank/public holidays when rostered. Day Shift Pay Rates (8:00am to 10:00pm) Monday to Friday: £15.00 per hour Weekends: £16.50 per hour Bank Holidays: Time and a half Night Support Worker The night role is worked on a rota basis, with shifts from 10:00pm to 8:00am. Night Shift Pay Rates (10:00pm to 8:00am) Monday to Friday: £17.50 per hour Weekends: £18.50 per hour Bank Holidays: Time and a half Please note: Day Support Worker and Night Support Worker positions are being recruited separately. Applicants may apply for either role and will not be expected to work both day and night shifts. When applying, please clearly state whether you are applying for the Day Support Worker position or the Night Support Worker position |
| Rate of Pay | Monday to Friday, 10pm to 8am: £17.50 per hour Weekends, 10pm to 8am: £18.50 per hour Bank holidays: time and a half |
| DBS/Checks | Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed. |
| About the Person You Will Support: | I am 27 years old and live with my mum, siblings and our family dogs in the CM19 area. I have quadriplegic cerebral palsy, epilepsy and a severe visual impairment. I have no independent movement and therefore need support with all aspects of daily life. I am non-verbal and use communication aids to express my wishes, make choices and interact with others. I need support and encouragement to use these aids effectively. I have a fun personality, enjoy socialising and love getting out and about, meeting people and taking part in activities in my local community. I am looking for Personal Assistants who will see beyond my disability and support me to live life to the fullest. |
| Key Responsibilities: | Providing all aspects of personal care and support with daily living activities. Supporting me to use my communication aids and encouraging me to express my wishes, choices and preferences. Assisting with moving and handling, in line with training and guidance provided. Supporting me at home and when accessing the local community, social activities and appointments. Providing support with meal preparation, eating and drinking where required. Monitoring my wellbeing and responding appropriately to any health-related needs, including following established procedures relating to epilepsy. Supporting me to maintain a safe, comfortable and positive home environment. Working collaboratively with my family and other professionals involved in my care, while always promoting my independence, dignity and choice. This is a female-only position because the role involves personal care and intimate support. This is considered a genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010. |
| Requirements: | I am looking for a caring, reliable and professional female support worker who is committed to providing high-quality person-centred support. Essential Requirements A minimum of one year's experience supporting individuals with complex physical disabilities and learning difficulties. Excellent spoken English and communication skills. A full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle. Essential Training and Experience Care Certificate or equivalent mandatory care training. Moving and Handling training. Epilepsy training and/or experience. PEG feeding experience or training. Medication administration experience. Desirable Training and Experience Dysphagia training. Experience supporting alternative and assistive communication methods. Experience supporting individuals with cerebral palsy or similar complex physical disabilities. You should be patient, compassionate, respectful and able to work confidently as part of a team while also using your own initiative. An understanding of the importance of promoting independence, dignity and choice is essential. You should also be willing to learn my preferred methods of communication and support me to participate fully in daily life and community activities. Female-only Requirement This is a female-only position because the role involves personal care and intimate support. This is considered a genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010, and applications are therefore restricted to female applicants only. Sponsorship Sponsorship is not available for this role. No agencies please. |