Job Ref. DS/BC | Permanent | Swindon SN2 | £12.50 per hour | Closes: 18th Sept

Introduction

I am a friendly 51 year old lady with Cerebral Palsy that mainly affects my lower limbs but also my balance. Which means I am prone to falls. I use a range of mobility aids both indoors and outdoors.  You will be helping me be safe and active as is possible in my own home and my local community doing tasks that I need assistance with.

Duties

Some personal care,  
Domestic and household duties 
Support attending activities  and appointments and sometimes driving me to these 
Assistance with managing mobility, transfers and daily living tasks thus ensuring safety 
Support  with physiotherapy exercises and stretches (Training will be given) 
Support if needed with pets (cats)  
Support with shopping  
These duties may vary day to day 

Hours

9 hours per week each PA 

Post 1: 3. hours Monday, Tuesday and Friday  9.30am to 12.30pm 
Post 2:  4.5 hours Wednesday and Thursday  9.30am to 2pm   

Rate

£12.50 per hour

Essential Requirements

Clean driving licence 
Happy to be in a home with two cats 
Non smoker preferred.  No smoking or vaping will be allowed on the premises 
Flexibility to amend hours if required and be able to support when hospital or medical appointments when fall outside of regular hours 
Covering other Personal Assistants holidays and sickness absence. 

Desired Experience

Someone who has been in a previous role where caring, kindness, understanding  and flexibility are key attributes  
References will be required and permanent employment will be subject to a trial/probation period. DBS check will also be required.

To apply

PLEASE INCLUDE JOB REF DS/BC  IN YOUR APPLICATION
To apply for this post, please submit your CV to the following: [email protected]

As part of our Information Advice and Guidance Service, Enham Trust supports disabled people to employ their own staff. This vacancy is not a role within Enham Trust but an excellent opportunity to work directly for one of our customers. A right to work check will be undertaken before an any offer of employment. All vacancies may be subject to a DBS (formally CRB) check.

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