Support Worker​/Personal Assistant – Jedburgh

I am looking for support via Personal Assistant(s), to help with my morning personal care needs and support with showering. Supported to ensure that my home is hygienic and clutter free and keep on top of my household tasks. I am trying to remain as independent as possible but do require some assistance to ensure my safety.

• Hours per week: 14 Hours
• Hours of work: days and hours to be discussed with potential applicants
• £13.20 per hour. Tavel cost can be considered if/when possible home move takes place.
• Paid annual leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks pro rata
• Probationary period of 6 months
• Post subject to references and PVG scheme membership

• To support client to ensure their safety and well-being when providing support as client becomes breathless very easily.
• Support client to keep on top of household chores/tasks.
• To support with personal care routine as/when required.
• To support with general care needs including:
  • Personal care assistance and shower support
• To develop a positive relationship with the client and work as part of a team.

• Kind and caring, sensitive to the client’s needs
• Patient and considerate
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Ability to use your own initiative
• Ability to work sensitively in a home setting respecting the client right to privacy and to always maintain professional standards of confidentiality

Experience is not essential for a candidate with the right personal attributes, but they should be able to show some suitability for the role.