Personal Care Assistant / Support Worker
Full job description
Personal Care Assistant for individual P/T@ £12.60/hr in BS2 - FTE - £24.6k
Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: cf8a68ff
Disabled 40yr old woman, living in St Pauls with friendly medium sized senior dog - currently looking for a Personal care Assistant on part time *DAY shift hours.
Please ensure the details of this job advert are read & well understood before considering applying.
Please also see questions separate at bottom to be answered.
About Me:
My health declined a few years ago which has proved a significant barrier in engaging in many things I used to do that matter to me, and with my community. I benefit from a calm & gentle environment. I love my dog, nature, music and creativity, good food and holistic therapies. I am a left wing person who cares for the environment & fairness for all. These things really matter to me & are important when it comes to engaging with others.
I’m living with multiple chronic health conditions (including ME/CFS, POTS, EDS, Long Covid, Autism, ADHD, CPTSD, gynaecological and cardiac conditions) that affect my physical and mental health.
About the Role :
I’m looking for a PA who can offer practical and emotional support to help me to re-engage with various activities that are important to me and help me to stay connected to community.
My mental and physical health benefit from connecting with nature and breathing fresh air away from the pollution surrounding my flat. As I do not drive I require someone who can accompany me to access these spaces.
My condition can fluctuate and I use various mobility aids accordingly. I would need assistance at times to use these and to choose which one is suitable for that moment.
It is necessary to have a good understanding and experience of neurodivergence and the emotional challenges that can come with this.
I can really struggle with my memory, brain fog, executive functioning, overwhelm & keeping on top of admin - an individual who can feel confident in organisational skills to calmly assist around this is important. With this requires being able to remember things well & using initiative to adapt to different situations & tasks according to day, whilst foremost prioritising my wellbeing.
An awareness of & sensitivity around navigating the complexities & restrictions faced with various services that need to be accessed by someone with complex needs.
You’ll be supporting me with day-to-day living, including (but not limited to);
Prompts and support with eating, drinking, and medication
Meal prep/cooking (incl. batch cooking)
Light cleaning eg. laundry, bins
Support with organising/decluttering
Shopping
Reassurance and encouragement with showering/bathing and assisting me if I am to get a symptom flare up during.
Planning and attending appointments
Physically assisting with mobility aids and wheelchair use
Dog walking (occasional)
Admin tasks and communication support with various services that are ongoing.
Helping me manage energy and reduce overwhelm
You’ll Need To Be:
Calm, compassionate, patient, and adaptable
Neurodivergence experienced
Familiar with chronic illness and fluctuating energy/symptoms
Covid/contagious illness-conscious and mindful of health vulnerabilities
A good communicator, organised, and comfortable advocating when needed
Able to drive with access to your own car (Clean Air Zone exempt priority)
Able to work collaboratively (especially if employed alongside another PA)
Hours - 15.5 per week
(Possibility to share with another PA, and hours may get increased dependent on social care review outcome); ideally includes Mondays. Flexibility available.
Occasional extra hours on an ad-hoc basis.
Pay: £12.60/hour (weekday rate)
Location: St Pauls, Bristol
Enhanced DBS check required
If this sounds like a good fit for you, please read the role details carefully and answer the additional questions provided. Showing an understanding of my needs is essential.
Additional Questions for Applicants:
Please answer the attached below questions to help determine your suitability for the role:
Key Responsibilities
Services
Meal Preparation
Personal Care
Domestic Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Own personal car
Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com