2 x Female Personal assistants/Support workers-PUR-751-752
| 2 x Female Personal assistants/Support workers | |
| Job ref. | PUR-751-752 |
| About me | A 71-year-old Pakistani female with a history of long-term chronic depression and low motivation, who also experiences ongoing pain-related health conditions.
She requires the support of a Personal Assistant (PA) to assist with daily living tasks and to promote her overall wellbeing. The role will involve providing practical and emotional support to help maintain independence, improve mood, and enhance quality of life.
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| Hours and rate of pay | Rate of Pay: Meets NMW
Hours: 16 hours per week- Each PA to work 8 hours each Working pattern: 5–6 days per week, primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend support as required. Specific days and hours can be negotiated to meet the needs of the client and the successful candidates.
We are looking to employ 2 Personal Assistants (PAs), each working 8 hours per week. Alternatively, tasks can be shared on alternate days to suit the client’s needs and the availability of the PAs.
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| Location | Oldbury B68 |
| DBS/Checks | Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed. |
| What you would be doing… | Key responsibilities will include:
Support the client to access the community, including accompanying her to local shops for essential shopping or visits to garden centres, in order to promote engagement, improve mood, and enhance overall wellbeing. The client needs 2 PAs at all times to support them.
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| The person I would like… | We are seeking a Pakistani female support worker who has a strong understanding of Pakistani culture and is able to communicate effectively in Urdu or Mirpuri/Pahari, as the client does not speak English.
The ideal candidate will have experience working within the care sector, particularly supporting individuals experiencing low mood, depression, or a lack of motivation. A compassionate and patient approach is essential.
Applicants should preferably hold a valid DBS check, a full driving licence, and have access to a vehicle, as the role involves accompanying the client on outings to help improve mood and engagement.
The role also includes supporting the client with culturally appropriate meal preparation, such as cooking curries and chapattis, to meet their dietary needs. In addition, the candidate should be confident in maintaining a clean and tidy home environment and assisting with household duties.
We are also looking for someone willing to support with basic gardening tasks, as this can be a valuable activity in promoting the client’s wellbeing and motivation.
We are looking to employ 2 Personal Assistants (PAs), each working 8 hours per week. Alternatively, tasks can be shared on alternate days to suit the client’s needs and the availability of the PAs.
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As some personal care is involved, I would feel more comfortable with a female Personal assistant. This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *