Personal Care Assistant DP/ER15 at Warrington Disability Partnership
Job Title: Personal Care Assistant DP/ER15
Agency: Warrington Disability Partnership
Location: Lymm area, Warrington, Cheshire
Salary/Rate: £13.60 per hour
Summary
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Female CARER / PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Ref: DP/ER15
This position is advertised in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 Occupational Requirements.
Post 1
Hours: 8 per week
Post 2
For two PAs working alternate Saturdays
Hours: 8 hours per alternate Saturday
Additional hours may be required during school holidays and some weekday evenings.
Exact working times will be discussed with the prospective employer at the interview stage.
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. Alternatively, we are seeking two assistants to work alternate Saturdays for 8 hours each. 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.
- The Independent Living Team will forward your application to the prospective employer, who will conduct interviews.
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;
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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