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Personal Assistant
The job itself
A lady in her mid 40s, living in Anlaby Common with MS, requires a Personal Assistant for weekday mornings and 2 hours on Tuesday afternoons during term times. Hours will change during non-term times, so there is a need for flexibility.
Term time: Mon, Wed, Friday 07.00-09.30. Tues & Thurs 07.30-09.30 Plus 15.30-17.30 Tuesday afternoon (13.5 hours)
Non-Term Time: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08.30-12:00 Midday. Tuesday 08.30-12.30 (18 hours)
Tasks to include general domestic tasks, preparation of breakfast, shopping for groceries and making drinks and snacks. Assistance with personal care, dressing and support with physio exercise. This lady does have a hoist, it is rarely used at the moment. Some days her mobility is better than others.
Support may be required to take the lady to medical appointments so a driving licence is required.
Her son may need walking to school and collecting on a Tuesday afternoon.
Previous experience in adult social care is not essential for this role.
DBS/Reference checks will be required for this post – Cost to be met by the local authority.
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- Name
- Direct Payment Team
- direct.payment.support.team@eastriding.gov.uk
Additional information
Direct Payments
The Direct Payments Support Service is an in-house service provided by the East Riding of Yorkshire Council. The service promotes independent choice and inclusion, allowing our service users to employ their own care and support as needed. We support many individuals with varying abilities, assisting with advertising and recruitment for a range of roles including support workers, carers and personal assistants.
Genuine occupancy reason
A genuine occupational requirement for a female worker exists for this post under the Equality Act 2010 due to privacy and decency.
Travel
Some travel across East Riding of Yorkshire may be required, applicants must be able to transport themselves.
DBS/Medical check
This post is subject to medical and enhanced DBS clearance.