Personal Assistant - £12ph Christchurch BH23

About the Role:

I am looking to employ a Personal Care Assistant to provide support with everyday tasks. I have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia and heart failure. 

My name is Jenni, I live on my own and have two grown up children and a grandson. I love to knit, have coffee and a chat. I have two cats. I have a dry sense of humour and love a laugh!

I am looking for 2-3 hours support per day, to a maximum of 14hours per week (Monday-Friday). Hours can be flexible; no early morning starts and then possibility of additional hours as holiday cover for my other Personal Assistant.

Main Duties will include but not limited to:

• Ensure basic hygiene needs are being met which will involve running a bath and prompting her to wash and dress in clean clothes (independently)
• Domestic tasks such as basic housework, occasional shopping.
• Encourage socialising with friends and visiting places of interest where appropriate.
• Occasionally take me out to the shops.

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous PA experience in a similar role is essential and knowledge and/or experience of dementia care is advantageous.
• Must have patience, enjoy socialising, be reliable and punctual.
• Confident to be directive as and when required
• Full, valid driving license
• DBS Checks will be carried out
• Legally Able To Work in UK

The BCP Direct Payments Advice Service is a support service for individuals who are living independently within the community. We are not your prospective employer. You will be employed by the individual or family we are supporting.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description for more details.

For more information or to discuss the role further, please contact Jenni.

Please send your CV and covering letter detailing your suitability for the role applied for to iamfoobs@gmail.com