Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker – Watford (WD25) – PUR-936-765
| Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker | |
| Job ref. | PUR-936-765 |
| About the Direct Payment Holder |
A kind, reliable, and empathetic Female Personal Assistant is required to support a 61-year-old individual living independently in the Watford (WD25) area. The individual is a wheelchair user and has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). While they maintain a high level of independence and are able to drive their own vehicle, support is needed with specific daily living activities and when accessing the local community.
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| Hours and rate of pay | Hourly Rate: £15.5 | 5 hours per week |
| Location | Watford (WD25) |
| 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: Assistance with bathing, grooming, and dressing as needed Mobility Support: Helping with safe transfers in and out of the wheelchair, particularly during vehicle access Community Access: Accompanying and supporting with grocery shopping and other local outings Household Tasks: General cleaning, laundry, and making the bed Promoting Independence: Encouraging autonomy while offering dependable, respectful support
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| Required skills and experience |
Female applicants only – preferred for compatibility reasons Experience supporting individuals with physical disabilities, ASD, and ADHD Comfortable with personal care and mobility assistance Driver not required – the individual has their own vehicle and drives independently No hoist use required This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).
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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 *