Personal Care Assistant – Part Time – Seacombe

Job titlepersonal assistantJob descriptionWe are seeking compassionate, reliable, and proactive Personal Assistants to join a small support team for a gentleman with Down’s syndrome and dementia living in his own home.

Requires one-to-one support during the day to help maintain his wellbeing, dignity, independence, and quality of life. We are looking for caring individuals who can build a positive and trusting relationship with him while providing person-centred support tailored to his needs.

Gentleman who benefits from reassurance, companionship, and a calm, patient approach. Although dementia has affected some of his previous interests, he can enjoy getting out and about, having a change of scenery but also likes the comfort of his own home.

Hours: Approximately 42 hours per week available across the team (to be discussed and agreed at interview)

Rate of Pay: £13.45 per hour

Please note: We are looking to build a small team of Personal Assistants rather than recruit a single individual. This will ensure continuity of care and provide cover for holidays, sickness, and other absences whilst maintaining consistency and familiarity for Ian.

Duties may include:

– Providing companionship and one-to-one support
– Encouraging and prompting Ian to eat and drink throughout the day
– Emptying and monitoring a urinary catheter bag
– Supporting Ian’s comfort and wellbeing
– Accompanying Ian on outings pushing his wheelchair
– Spending time chatting, engaging in activities, and providing reassurance
– Monitoring wellbeing and reporting any concerns to family members
– Promoting independence whilst ensuring Ian is treated with dignity, respect, and kindness at all times

Please note: Personal care is provided separately by domiciliary carers and is not part of this role.

Essential qualities:

– Caring, compassionate, and patient nature
– Reliable, trustworthy, and flexible
– Good communication skills
– Ability to work independently and use initiative
– Understanding of dignity, respect, and person-centred care
– Comfortable supporting someone living with dementia

Desirable:

– Experience working in care or support roles
– Experience supporting adults with Down’s syndrome and/or dementia
– Knowledge of catheter care
– Moving and handling experience
– First Aid training

This role would suit someone who enjoys making a genuine difference to another person’s life. We are looking for people who will help him remain comfortable, engaged, and supported while providing valuable reassurance and support to his family.

Salary:

Job Type: Part Time

Location: Wallasey Poulton CH44,Wallasey Poulton CH44