Personal Assistant - JOB ID KEIMADA0125

Social Support

To have social interaction in the community to combat loneliness and promote better mental health.

To build up walking ability to increase the distance she can walk currently

Duties will include :

• Supporting the lady to build her confidence to get out into the community and also to improve her mobility.
• Provide company and conversation to improve social isolation

• Job Identity

Job Title: Part time, Personal Assistant

Location of Job: Keith

Term: Permanent, subject to a three month trial period

Working Hours: Relief position

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

£16.88 per hour

Job Purpose and Way of Working

To have social interaction in the community to combat loneliness and promote better mental health.

To build up walking ability to increase the distance she can walk currently

Duties will include :

• Supporting the lady to build her confidence to get out into the community and also to improve her mobility.
• Provide company and conversation to improve social isolation

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 lady 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 Job ID - KEIMADA0125