Personal Assistant - ELGHB1026

Looking for a male personal assistant to support a gentleman within his own home.  The gentleman is a dog owner; the dog is friendly and full of energy. The gentleman would like to access his local community to support his mental health and wellbeing and prevent any social isolation.

Duties will include :

To support with personal care ensuring skin is dried due to skin condition and mobility 

To support with application of tropical (skin) cream 

To support with batch meal preparation

To support the client, attend the hydrotherapy pool 

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.

• 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. It is the Personal Assistant’s legal responsibility to join the PVG scheme if they want to work or continue in a ‘regulated role’ The fee for the disclosure will be reimbursed to the personal assistant in their first month’s wage. Further information can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

To apply for this position, please contact SDSpersonalassistants@moray.gov.uk  Quoting ref no: ELGHB1026