Personal Assisstant Ref:BUCIW1126
Published on by Health & Social Care Moray
Buckie, AB56
Job Description
The Employer
The Employer is the niece of the lady who requires support.
Job Title: Personal Assistant
Location of Job: Buckie
Term: Permanent, subject to a three-month trial period
Working Hours: 2hrs per week
Assistants also required to provide cover for other team members due to holidays and sickness. Must be flexible. Working hours to be discussed and agreed with the employer.
Rate of Pay £13.45 per hours
Job Purpose and Way of Working
The aim of the job is to provide support and assistance to allow this lady to maintain an independent lifestyle in his own home.
Duties will include:
- Supporting with personal care and prompt medication.
Any questions concerning these duties may be asked at the interview stage. Full training will be provided for all successful applicants.
Supervision and reporting relationships
Personal Assistants will be directed by and accountable to the employer. It is necessary to ask the employer what the support needs are, observing her directions and requests. It is also necessary to respect the family privacy and to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Skills, abilities and desirable personal qualities
Applicants must be reliable, trustworthy and punctual and must be able to work with the gentleman on a one to one basis, also be able to work as part of a team
Training
Mandatory training will be provided. This includes: Adult/Child support & protection. Any other training needs will be discussed and determined by the employer and social worker.
References and the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme
A reference from 2 employers, one of which should be current or recent is required. Employees will be required to register with the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) scheme. Further information can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk
To apply for this position, please contact SDSpersonalassistants@moray.gov.uk
Please add job references BUCIW1126