Personal Assistant Waking Nights Ref: SOLOFDS/LDS

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Position Title: Personal Assistant (Waking Nights)

Location: Mansfield Nottingham

Hourly Rate: £14.06 weekday/£14.60 weekend

Hours Per Week: Part Time

Vacancy Type: Permanent/Bank

Job Reference: SOLOFDS/LDS

Closing Date: 9/7/24

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are twin young men with complex health needs, living at home with my family and friendly dog. We are socially energetic young men who love being involved in activities, which includes listening to music and spending time outside in the garden. We rely on our wheelchair and other equipment to support us to mobilise in my home environment and community; we need supervision throughout the night due to our health needs.

We are currently recruiting for a Personal Assistant who can support with waking nights, including supporting with all aspects of personal care and clinical tasks. The ideal candidate will be energetic and always smiling and happy. You will need to be part of our team, taking the lead from our dad. You need to be flexible and be able to support us during the night. We need you to be calm, devoted, and able to think on your feet.

ABOUT YOU

Experience of working with complex care. Full training will be provided to meet our complex health needs; however, it would be beneficial to have experience of Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) and Epilepsy.

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 ‘Long Service Awards’. 

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-west@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