2x Personal Care Assistants for a young man 50 hr/wk @ £13.15/hr in KT4 - F

at  UKCIL

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Overview
I am a 27-year-old man who lives with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a progressive neuromuscular condition. I have been using a powered wheelchair since 2015. I am a determined and stubborn individual (in a good way!) who tries to make the most of life.
I studied Neuroscience at the University of Nottingham between 2015-2018 and MSc Science Communication at the University of Sheffield between 2018-2019. I worked in healthcare communications for 18 months, and I’m now doing a part-time 2-year distance learning MSc course in Sustainable Development at SOAS. I have also done work with different charities supporting people with DMD including the Pathfinders Neuromuscular Alliance. I currently live at home.
I have a keen interest in healthcare, science and being outdoors. Music is one of my passions, and at one point, I wanted to be a sound engineer/producer. I have a varied taste in music, DJing and making music when I have time! I am interested in watching sports, the outdoors/walking, nature, gardening, design, reading and sailing. It would be great to have a PA who shares these interests.
I am a sociable person who enjoys going out, but I do enjoy my own space and quiet.
I am looking for 2x PA’s to cover 50 hours a week with flexibility. I need someone who can support me to live an independent life whilst living at home. I need help with daily tasks, personal care (hoisting, toileting, showering/washing, dressing, daily stretching, weekly swimming/hydrotherapy etc.), domestic tasks (meal + drink prep, maintaining a clean and tidy environment, cleaning ventilator, hoovering, ironing, making bed, cleaning room, wheelchair, shower seat etc.) socialising/going out (attending events, packing bag etc.), working from home and general support. Being able to drive a Motability vehicle (automatic) is essential for this role.
I am looking for someone who can work 50hours a week and is flexible in the evenings and weekends. The rate of pay is £13.15 per hour.

WORKING BETWEEN 4 – 12 HOURS SHIFTS:

• Availability between 7:00 am – 20:00 pm
• Availability\flexibility to work some evenings (Wed 18:30 – 11:30) and weekends (Sundays 17:00 – 21:00)
• Working patterns and start times can be flexible and agreed upon after discussion.
  Job description
  I need help with personal care, including showering/washing, dressing, toileting, hoist transfers, and overnight ventilation (including daily cleaning of the ventilator, putting the ventilator mask on and turning the machine on/off).
  I require support with domestic/cleaning tasks (I like to be clean and tidy!), cleaning my chair, shopping and tasks involved in independently maintaining a household. I require a PA who can support me with cooking and food preparation (although I know how to cook myself and can provide instructions). Having a PA who has cooking skills and enjoys cooking healthy food is essential. I like my food!
  I need help picking up and moving heavy objects/items as required and when going out, packing and unpacking my bag.
  I need help with a daily stretching regime, standing wheelchair, and weekly swimming. I need somebody who enjoys exercise and sports and who is happy to support me with stretching. I also require support when I go sailing (you don’t have to get in the boat! - The season for this is between April and September/October).
  Driving (automatic) is essential for this role. I have a Motability vehicle that you may be able to drive for trips/activities on occasion. However, I can drive from my powered wheelchair for some journeys (I can drive for short journeys - up to one hour).

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN MANUAL HANDLING IS NECESSARY. HOWEVER, I AM CONFIDENT IN BEING ABLE TO TRAIN YOU IN HOW I LIKE TO BE SUPPORTED/ASSISTED.

Please be aware that the job specification may change over time as my condition progresses.
Please ask for more details for my detailed job description, specification and care plan.

Services

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Moving & Handling
• Food Hygiene
• First Aid
• Hand hygiene

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car
• Can drive a motability equipped car