Support Worker​/Personal Assistant – Hawick

Overview

A gentleman living at home with his wife, 5 miles west of Hawick, is looking for daily support for 30 minutes in the morning. He has compression wear that comes in 4 parts – feet, lower legs, knees, thighs and Bermuda shorts – which he needs help to put on each morning. The role includes up to 30 minutes travel time each day due to the rural location.

This role could be split; applications from anyone able to cover some days a week are encouraged.

• Hours per week:
  Up to 7 hours per week (including 3.5 hours travel)
• Hours of work:
  Daily 30-minute visits in the morning, preferably between 8am and 10am
• £14.45 per hour
• 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
• To support with care needs that include assistance with 4-part compression stockings to be put on each day
• To develop a positive relationship with the client and his wife

• Kind and caring, sensitive to the client’s needs
• Patient and cheerful
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Ability to work sensitively in a home setting respecting the client and family’s 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.