Job Title: Personal Care Assistant (PA) - Ref: NK23RN
Location: Earlsfield, SW17
Job Type: Part-Time
Hours: 19 hours per week (Monday - Saturday)
Rate: £13.76 per hour
Job Description:
We are seeking two dedicated and compassionate Personal Assistants (PAs) to provide essential care and support to a 64-year-old lady. Our client faces multiple health challenges, including Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, and Type 2 Diabetes. As her PA, you will play a vital role in improving her quality of life by assisting with various daily tasks and offering empathetic care.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Personal Care: Assist her with bathing, toileting, and dressing while ensuring her comfort and dignity.
2. Meal Preparation: Prepare nutritious meals in accordance with her dietary requirements.
3. Mobility Support: Provide support and assistance to help her with mobility within her home.
4. Medication Management: Assist her with medication reminders and ensure she takes prescribed medications as directed.
5. Compassion and Empathy: Demonstrate patience, compassion, and empathy when caring for her and addressing her specific health conditions.
Requirements:
• Compassion, patience, caring and empathetic disposition.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to adapt to varying needs and schedule.
• Experience in caregiving or a willingness to learn and receive training.
Additional Information:
• Flexibility over working hours and days is required.
• Training and guidance will be provided.
• This role may be subject to a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).
• Please ensure you have the eligibility to work and reside in the UK.
If you are compassionate, understanding, and committed to making a positive difference in our client’s life, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to railenanoonan@ruils.co.uk
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