Support Worker / Personal Assistant - Hawick - 3230
Published on by Encompass
Hawick, TD9
Job Description
Support Worker/Personal Assistant – Hawick
I am a 14-year-old girl and live at home with my family in Hawick. I have complex needs and require full support with all my personal care and other aspects of my daily needs. I am looking for someone to spend time with me throughout the week, predominately mornings to help get ready for school and evenings to help get ready for bed.
I love music, going to see the horses, being out for walks, baking and playing on my iPad. I use a wheelchair and a hoist for all transfers. You will also help my mum get me ready for bed in the evening. My mum will give you full support with all aspects of my care, and further training can be provided.
Terms:
Hours of work: Up to 20 hours per week available, morning and evening preferable.
£14.45 per hour.
Paid annual leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks pro rata
Probationary period of 6 months
Post subject to references and PVG scheme membership
Job Description
Main Tasks & Responsibilities
Spend time with me doing some activities when I get home from school. This might include helping me with some homework;
Help me to build my confidence as I can be anxious;
Attend to any personal care needs, including continence care and getting me ready for bed;
Assist with my medication administration;
Set up my bipap machine before letting me settle to bed for the night;
Full training will be given with all aspects of my care, and a period of close shadowing will also be provided.
Personal Attributes
You will be caring and patient with me to allow me to get to know you;
You will be honest, trustworthy and reliable;
You will respect my privacy and confidentiality;
You will be fun and energetic, and willing to explore new opportunities with me;
You will have a good sense of humour, and be able to use your initiative;
You will be willing to undertake any training required to enable you to support me.
Skills and Experience
Experience is essential for a candidate and someone with the right personal attributes, and to be able to show some suitability for the role is required.