Personal Assistant - Inclusive of Sleepover Shift; SDS​/JB

Overview

Female Applicants Only - Due to the personal care elements of this role an Occupational Requirement applies. This is permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

I am a lady with Cerebral Palsy, I employ my own team of female PA’s, which I prefer due to the requirement of Personal Care, amongst other care that I require. I live in my own home, and I am currently looking for an additional person to join my team. I have a good sense of humour, I enjoy visiting friends, days out, theatre, creative writing, I attend a drama group, I am currently studying at Fife College, I also enjoy watching TV and listening to music and audio books whilst on my computer.

I have 1 senior cat who is a big part of my life too.

• Driver Essential
• Must be 25+ for insurance purposes
• PVG registered as per current legislation
• Preferably a non-smoker
• Likes animals and can work on their own initiative
• Has a good sense of humour, is kind, honest, caring and loyal

The hours are 1 x 24.5 hour shift, 10:00 to 10:30 the next day, which includes 1 sleepover per shift. The hourly rate is £12.60, with 6 weeks holiday per year, and coverage of other staff holidays and any sickness as it arises. The shift pattern runs on a 4‑week rota and will include working 2 Saturdays, 1 Sunday and 1 Thursday.

There is a 12 week probationary period.

• Undertake all aspects of personal care during the shift
• Administer medication
• General household duties and food preparation
• Assisting with eating and drinking
• Trips out and shopping
• Assisting with college work
• Feed and medicate cat; clean litter tray
• Any other reasonable duties that may occur during the shift

If this post is of interest, please contact Janice Barbour at  and tell me a little bit about yourself.

SDS Options Fife is advertising this vacancy on behalf of our client and is not the employer and cannot endorse any applicant and/or employer.