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Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker- St Albans – PUR-364-759

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Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-364-759
About the Direct Payment Holder	We require a personal assistant to support a direct payment holder who is visually impaired and has a muscle weakness rendering her a wheelchair user. You will assist the teenager with personal care and other activities, mostly at home. Your role is to enable her to lead an individual and independent life in our home. She is a fun, vibrant young person who delights in socialising and learning. Building a positive and friendly relationship with her PA is a key requirement of the role.
Hours and rate of pay	Part time, up to 3 hours over one or two shifts a week (Saturday evening, and possibly one evening per week or on a bank cover basis). The hours of work will typically be between 6pm and 9pm. Pay is £20 per hour.
Location	St Albans
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 Children • Paediatric first aid • Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	You will be supporting with various tasks which include personal care, getting ready for bed, light chores (e.g. tidying room, putting away clothes), support with school work and any preparation needed for school. You may also be accessing the community and supporting the teenager to take part in social activities.
Required skills and experience	Seeking a PA with the qualities below: · Be kind, considerate and caring · Having a good sense of humour and the ability to relate to young people is essential · Being physically fit is important given the support our daughter needs with moving and handling (our home has hoists) · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – the successful candidate must be outgoing with an engaging demeanour As some personal care is involved, I would feel more comfortable with a female carer. 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 *

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker Job ref. PUR-364-759 About the Direct Payment Holder We require a personal assistant to support a direct payment holder who is visually impaired and has a muscle…

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-331-964
About the Direct Payment Holder	Seeking a compassionate and understanding Personal Assistant to provide support to a young adult with ADHD, ASC, Bipolar Disorder, Tourette’s, Learning Disability, and low muscle tone.
Hours and rate of pay	22 hours per week
Location	Stevenage
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
What you would be doing…	Provide reminders for showering, teeth cleaning, and medication. Assist with shopping, train journeys, and participate in fun activities such as ice skating, swimming, and cycling. Support the young man in developing and maintaining social skills. Assist with cooking and meal preparation. Help with laundry tasks.
Required skills and experience	A good understanding of ADHD, ASC, Bipolar Disorder, and Learning Disability. A calm nature is essential. While not a strict requirement, having a car for activities further afield is desirable. Ability to liaise with other personal assistants, gentle, kind, and firm when required. Female care assistant required, this advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975), Section 7 (2b)

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-623-210
About the Direct Payment Holder	Seeking a dedicated and compassionate Personal Assistant to provide cleaning support for a young lady with autism and physical disabilities. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean and comfortable living environment for the young lady and her two autistic daughters. In the family home there are 3 pets, two cats and one small friendly dog (Dachshund), it is essential the applicant has no pet allergies and happy to be happy working in the home with the animals present.
Hours and rate of pay	(Part time) – 8 hours a week
Location	Stevenage (SG1)
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
What you would be doing…	Ensure surfaces are regularly dusted to maintain a clean and tidy living space. Vacuuming and mopping the floors to keep the home free from dust and allergens. Washing dishes and maintaining a hygienic kitchen environment. Making beds to provide a comfortable and organised sleeping space. Cleaning all areas of the bathroom and downstairs toilet. All cleaning duties will be varied based on priority areas first, can subject to change dependant on needs.
Required skills and experience	Previous experience in cleaning roles is preferred. Skills in handling individuals with autism are essential, as the household includes an autistic young lady and her two daughters. Understanding of communication and interaction difficulties is essential. A compassionate and understanding nature is crucial, considering the unique needs of the household. Good timekeeping and punctuality are key to ensure consistency in cleaning routines.

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-434-200
About the Direct Payment Holder	49-year-old lady with health issues needs help in maintaining a family home
Hours and rate of pay	Part time (Split over 2 days), Flexible – £14.40 per hour
Location	St Albans (AL1)
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
What you would be doing…	Batch Cooking Cleaning Helping with tasks that the individual struggles with Laundry Gardening
Required skills and experience	Female carer, this advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975), Section 7 2B. Previous Care Experience Reliable Good communicator Loving Down to earth Punctual Trustworthy Shows dignity and respect.

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-316-700
About the Direct Payment Holder	Support Worker for a 9-Year-Old Boy with Global Delay and Autism
Hours and rate of pay	6 hours fortnightly, flexible on weekends (Saturday or Sunday)
Location	EN6 (Potters Bar)
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 Children • Introduction Paediatric first aid • Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	Take the child out into the community for various activities, fostering social interaction and sensory experiences. Provide care at home, assisting with personal care, including toileting and bath time. Be open to flexibility regarding the weekend the support is needed. Engage the child in activities such as storytelling, playtime, and singing. Encouraging interaction and communication.
Required skills and experience	Experience in supporting children with additional needs, ideally those with autism. Ability to assist with personal care. Enthusiasm for engaging with the child through play. Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate the specific needs of the family. Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-067-821
About me	The Direct Payment (DP) Holder is a 25 year old man with Learning Disabilities, seeking a team of PAs to offer 24 hour support to help him live independently. The young man would like support with all aspects of his life including accessing the community and being involved in social activities.
Hours and rate of pay	Various hours available – day and night shifts Up to £14 per hour depending on experience
Location	Hertford
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
What you would be doing…	The DP Holder needs a PA to assist in all areas of his personal, domestic and social life, both at home and in the community. Your role is to support/lead an individual and independent life in the young man’s home and out in the community. Duties will include: · Supporting with personal care, household chores and preparing meals · Assisting with moving around the home and getting in and out of the car · Support with accessing the community and attending social activities and Sunday church · Support with communicating – using basic sign language and commands
The person I would like…	Seeking PAs who are reliable, flexible and have a positive and professional approach to offering support. Experience of working with those who have Learning Disabilities preferred, however, not essential as a bespoke training programme will be offered.

Self-employed Personal Care Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-000-331
About me	I am a 40 year old lady with Cerebal Palsy, who is wheelchair bound and has use of my right hand. I communicate via my word board and am seeking a PA to support me to live independently in my home and access the community. I am an upbeat, positive person with an optimistic outlook on life and have a passion for performing.
Hours and rate of pay	27 hours per week – 3 days per week 10am – 7pm Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Self-employed from £16.97 per hour
Location	Rickmansworth (WD3)
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
What you would be doing…	I enjoy getting out and about as much as possible and require support with shopping trips, visiting the Cinema and Theatre and going to Cafes and Pubs. I also require support with getting up and ready in the mornings, light cleaning and occasional laundry.
The person I would like…	Seeking a PA who is outgoing and chatty with a good sense of humour. Someone who is patient, friendly, reliable, honest and who enjoys reading. Driving licence essential as you will be driving my WAV (wheelchair adapted vehicle). Experience in Moving and Handling, using a ceiling hoist essential. It will be valuable if you have had experience with PEG also.

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-060-117
About the Direct Payment Holder	A bright and engaging young man with Cerebral Palsy and Autism is seeking a PA to help him access the community and enjoy activities such as shopping, going to the gym, swimming and bowling. The young man’s interests include watching the news, Coronation Street and attending his local church.
Hours and rate of pay	10 hours per week
Location	St Albans (AL4)
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
What you would be doing…	You will be supporting with accessing the community to take part in social activities as well as going swimming, bowling, shopping etc. Support with stabilising when walking and help with getting changed when going swimming.
Required skills and experience	Seeking a PA who is confident and out-going. Someone who is able to connect and motivate the young man to step outside of his comfort zone and reach his full potential. You will need to be a car owner/driver with enough boot space for a lightweight scooter

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-219-133
About the Direct Payment Holder	A gentleman with dementia, is seeking a candidate to assist with his personal care needs.
Hours and rate of pay	10 hours per week. Weekends
Location	Watford (WD24)
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
What you would be doing…	The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the client’s wife with personal care activities, including washing.
Required skills and experience	To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria. Up to date training with certificates or equivalent in: · Dementia care · Manual handling · CPR · First aid · Basic life support · Communication · Fire safety. · Equality and diversity · Hygiene and nutrition · Diabetes health and safety Candidates without the required certifications are welcome to apply but must be willing to undergo training to meet these criteria.

Self Employed Personal Care Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-062-695
About me	Our Direct Payment holder is a young male who has a love gaming, coding, boxing and all things art. The young male has ASD, ADHD, Anxiety and Behavioural Difficulties but still loves to get out into the community and do things he is passionate about.
Hours and rate of pay	£16.96 per hour 4 hours per week,
Location	Stevenage, Hertfordshire
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 Children • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety
What you would be doing…	The Dp holder is looking for someone who can help support with going out into the community, to do various different activities. They would also like someone who can support with personal care.
The person I would like…	· Someone who shares simarlar interests and hobbies · Has experience with ASD, adhd, anxiety and behaviourly issues · A person who is comfortable doing Personal care duties · Has own car and a clean license · Non smoker preferably · A happy and motivating individual

Companion/Support Worker
Job ref.	Female Personal Assistant (SEX DISCRIMINATION ACT SECTION 7 (2) (B) (ii) APPLIES) – MK/RN
About me	I am a female in my 80’s suffering from Dementia and require support with personal care and domestic tasks. I am supported by my family with decision making and communication. I can only speak Punjab/Hindi and therefore would like a personal assistant who speak and understand either of those 2 languages.
Hours and rate of pay	Total hours per week : 10.5 per week- Rate of Pay: £12ph Monday – Sunday – Lunch: 12noon – 12.30pm Monday – Sunday – Tea: 4.00pm 4.30pm Monday – Sunday Evening – 7.00pm – 7.30pm. Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
Location	NG22
What you would be doing…	· Supporting with continence care/personal care · Flexibility in hours · Supporting his confidence and self esteem · Experience in dealing with Dementia
The person I would like…	You should have a genuine interest in the provision of high-quality care and have some background in working with dementia. I am looking for someone who is reliable, committed, honest, and trustworthy . To respect privacy and understand of confidentiality in all areas of your work. Non- smoker.

Personal Care Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-028-624
About me	Our Direct Payment holder is a 37 years old male. He is quiet, polite and a placid man who lives with his family. He has schizophrenia, which was diagnosed in 2012 and is now well controlled with medication. The young man likes playing snooker and watching a variety of sports both at live matches and on TV. He also spends a lot of his time watching DVDs and going to the cinema on occasions.
Hours and rate of pay	Monday/Tuesday/Friday 10 am to 11.30 am Wednesday/Thursday 10 am to 11.45 am £14.70 per hour
Location	Watford (WD18)
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
What you would be doing…	· Accessing the community to support with shopping or social activities. · Personal care such as shaving. · Support with daily tasks
The person I would like…	The Direct Payment holder is looking for someone with excellent people skills and is confident talking about personal care subjects. They need to take an enabling approach to encourage taking on daily tasks with their support.

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-613-136
About the Direct Payment Holder	We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Assistant to provide support to a 13-year-old boy with special needs.
Hours and rate of pay	3 hours every Saturday (12-3 pm)
Location	St Albans (AL3)
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 Children • Introduction to Paediatric first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	Provide personal care, including bathing and feeding. Ensure the safety and well-being of the child, particularly during seizures. Play with the child using musical toys. Take the child for wheelchair walks. Assist with manual handling using a hoist. Use epilepsy training knowledge to respond appropriately during seizures.
Required skills and experience	Willingness to provide personal care. Valid driving licence (own vehicle not required) Non-smoker Trained in manual handling, including the use of a hoist. Epilepsy training Experience collaborating with individuals with learning disabilities, physical, and neurological conditions Caring nature Bubbly personality Interest or proficiency in music, including playing an instrument. Honest and dependable

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-972-862
About the Direct Payment Holder	A young male with learning disabilities requires support to access the community.
Hours and rate of pay	Monday afternoon (3 hours), Friday afternoon (3 hours), 6 hours per week, £18 per hour
Location	Stevenage (SG1)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training	Training will be provided to fulfill the mandatory requirements needed. • Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety
What you would be doing…	Support for accessing swimming, gym, and park
Required skills and experience	· Own car with business use on insurance · Non-smoker · Experience in autism preferred. · Cheerful · Enthusiastic · Caring towards people with disabilities