Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker – Stevenage (SG1) – PUR-074-529
| Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker | |
| Job ref. | PUR-074-529 |
| About the Direct Payment Holder | A friendly, independent-minded 53-year-old woman living in Stevenage is seeking a reliable and compassionate Female Personal Assistant to join her support team. This role involves supporting an individual with complex neurological health conditions, including non-epileptic seizures, movement disorders, muscle spasms, and cluster migraines, as well as respiratory symptoms. She is keen to maintain her independence and lead a fulfilling life both at home and in the community. |
| Hours and rate of pay | £14.00 per hour – 10 hours per week |
| Location | Stevenage (SG1) – Weekends Only |
| DBS/Checks | Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed. |
| Training | Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required:
• Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
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| What you would be doing… |
Personal care Meal preparation and cooking Light domestic duties Community access and outings (shopping, cinema, etc.) Wheelchair use and mobility assistance (mobility scooter also in use) |
| Required skills and experience |
Female applicants only (personal care requirement) Driving essential – use of a Motability vehicle provided (applicant can be added to insurance) Physically fit and healthy – due to moving and handling (e.g. pushing wheelchair, loading/unloading) Friendly, calm, and patient nature Reliable and trustworthy Some experience or understanding of neurological conditions preferred (training/support can be offered) 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 *