FEMALE Carer/Personal Assistant

Job Ref
DP/ER15

Location
Lymm

About this job

Female CARER / PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Ref: DP/ER15
This position is advertised in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 Occupational Requirements.

Hours: 8 hours per alternate weekends (preferably 5 hours on Saturday and 3 hours on Sunday)
Exact working times will be discussed with the prospective employer at the interview stage.
Additional hours may be required during school holidays and some weekday evenings.

Rate of Pay: £13.60 per hour

Location: Lymm area, Warrington, Cheshire
A car driver is preferred for this role.
Experience working with individuals who have physical disabilities and additional needs is essential.

Job description:

We are looking for one female Personal Assistant to support a 16-year-old teenage girl who has a rare genetic mutation called HNRNPH2, for 8 hours per week.

The role involves assisting her at home and enabling access to social and leisure activities within the community.
She has a great personality, is non-verbal, and uses a wheelchair. She enjoys music, going to the park, books, baking, and messy play. She does not like loud noises or overcrowded places.

Personal Requirements:
Support in learning independent living skills
Assistance with personal care tasks: showering, toileting, changing continence pads
Experience with lifting and hoisting (essential)
Escorting to events and outings
Support during social and leisure activities
Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
How to Apply:
If you're interested in this rewarding opportunity, please send a cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role to: Email: iltrecruitment@disabilitypartnership.org.uk
Quote Reference: DP/DPER15
The Independent Living Team will forward your application to the employer, who will contact you directly.

How to apply

To apply, please send a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to the Warrington Disability Partnership Independent Living Team, quoting reference DP/ER15

iltrecruitment@disabilitypartnership.org.uk

The Independent Living Team will forward your application to the prospective employer who will conduct interviews.