Personal Assistant REF:SOLOPAT

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Position Title: Personal Assistant

Location: Kenilworth/Warwickshire

Hourly Rate: £12ph (7am – 11pm) £11.44ph (sleeping night 11pm – 7am)

Hours Per Week: 19.5 week 1/43.5 week 2

Vacancy Type: 6 month temporary – with the possibility of being extended.

Job Reference: SOLOPAT

ABOUT THE ROLE

I am a friendly and active lady, living in my own home with support from my dedicated support team. I have Cerebral Palsy and need support to remain independent with personal care and all aspects of daily living. I like to spend time with my family, completing activities and enjoy being active but also like my down time too.

I am looking to recruit a personal assistant who can support me with personal care and all activities of daily living. Suitable candidates will be calm, friendly and reliable.

You should be flexible and helpful with the ability to respect my dignity and individuality.

It is essential that you can drive my Motability vehicle and have a full driving license.

Candidates must be female due to the personal nature of the role.

Shifts Available –

Week 1 – Friday 2.30pm – Saturday 10am

Week 2 – Friday 2.30pm – Sunday 10am

Bank hours also available on adhoc basis including weekdays – flexibility is essential.

BENEFITS In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive rate of pay in addition to:

● 5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions).

● Company pension scheme after 3 months’ service, subject to the scheme rules.

● Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan, after successful completion of the probation period.

● Free training and development for all roles.

● Access to wellbeing and support tools.

● ‘Star of the Month’ rewards

And so much more!

SAFER RECRUITMENT

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of two satisfactory references (see our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information).

SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT

Solo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We will actively promote the safety, health and well-being of everyone in our care by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate within the organisation. We believe that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in applying for the position, please send a covering letter and your CV to office-east@solosupportservices.co.uk. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and promote accessibility and inclusivity for all. Solo Support Services is committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and suitability for the role irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age.

Our organisation is committed to treating your application fairly on these grounds. Please be advised that decisions regarding applications and employment are made in conjunction with our client. Therefore, applications will be shared with them for consideration. We will anonymise all information provided to us to ensure your data is kept confidential prior to an offer of interview. You can view our privacy policy on our website: www.solosupportservices.co.uk/aboutus