Job details
Pay
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£13.85 an hour
Job type
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Part-time
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Full-time
Shift and schedule
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Weekend availability
Location
Worcester Park
Full job description
2x PAs for a young man (28) P/T@ £13.85 p/hr in Worcester park – FTE – £25.6k
Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: b5f3d882
I am a 28-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, films, the outdoors/walking, nature, gardening, design, reading, sailing, museum/exhibitions, faith-related activities, and meditation.
I’m looking for a PA who shares and can support me with these interests. I am a sociable person who enjoys going out, but I do enjoy my own space!
I am looking for 2 PAs who can cover 51 hours a week @£13.85 per/hr, up to a maximum of 35 hours and minimum of 16 hours 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/study from home and general support.
I am unable to provide sponsorship for Visa.
Job specification
I am a 28-year-old man who lives with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and am seeking a PA who can support me in living an independent and ‘normal’ life whilst living at home, helping to reduce the anxieties, stress and frustrations that DMD creates. I require support with daily tasks, personal care, domestic tasks, social/going out and general support.
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 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 physiotherapy/stretching regime, a standing wheelchair, and weekly hydrotherapy. I need somebody who enjoys exercise and sports and who is happy to support me with physiotherapy/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. You must have a full UK or EU driving licence. 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.
I am unable to provide sponsorship for a Visa.
Work hours and pattern:
I am looking for 2 PAs who can cover 51 hours a week, up to a maximum of 35 hours and minimum of 16 hours and is flexible in the evenings and weekends (mostly Sundays). The rate of pay is £13.85 per hour.
e.g
51 hours could be split as follows:
- 1 PA working 30 hrs: Mon 07:30 – 19:30, Thurs 07:30 – 18:30, Fri 08:00 – 15:00, and 1 PA working 21 hrs: Tues 07:00 – 19:00, Wed 18:30 – 23:30, Sun 16:30 – 21:30
Or…
- 1 PA working 35 hrs: Mon 07:30-18:30, Tues 07:00 – 19:00, Wed 18:30-23:30, Fri 08:00 – 16:00, 1 PA working 16 hrs: Thurs 07:30 – 18:30, Sun 16:30 – 21:30
Availability/flexibility to work between 7:00 am – 20:00 pm.
- Ability to start from 07:00 am
Availability/flexibility to work some evenings (Wed 18:30 – 11:30) and weekends (Sat 8:00 – 11:00 and Sundays 17:00 – 21:00/21:30 or 09:30 am – 12:30/13:00 pm). This depends on what is happening in the week.
Working patterns and start times can be flexible and agreed upon after discussion and based on your availability.
Key Responsibilities
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
- Can drive a mobility-equipped car
