Personal Assistant/Support Worker

Vacancy Title: Personal Assistant/Support Worker
Reference Number: LR8092
Location: Burgess Hill
Hours per week: 6-8 hours per week three times a week (actual days and times by mutual agreement)
Hourly pay rate: £13.50
Mileage rate (if applicable):35p
Details
I am looking for care for a: male
The candidate should be: any gender
Driving licence required: Not essential
Access to own vehicle required: Not essential
Overnight care required: no
Job Description
Are you an organised and supportive individual who likes dogs? I'm on the lookout for motivational personal assistant with a good sense of humour to assist me with day-to-day tasks so I can enjoy being in my 20’s.
About Me:
I'm a young individual passionate about animals, especially my two dogs who brighten my days. I like being outside even if it’s a short walk with my dogs and I also like various crafts.
I am looking for someone to assist me in managing our household efficiently. Your tasks will include handling shopping, domestic tasks, and providing the motivation needed to ensure our home runs smoothly.
Candidate qualities:
Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
Reliable with good timekeeping
Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
Hygienic, tidy and well organised
Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
Honest and cheerful
Creative
Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
Other Personal Qualities:
A good sense of humour is essential.
Strong organisational and motivational skills.
Must be comfortable with dogs
Employee Duties:
Cooking
Transportation
Additional duties:
Assist and or accompany with food shopping and household errands.
Help manage and support with domestic tasks to keep our home clean and organised.
Provide motivational support in maintaining household order.
Accompany me on trips out to appointments, food shopping or just for a walk.
Push my manual wheelchair when out of the house.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position you will be employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives. Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued employment contracts.