Personal Assistant - Ref: SOLOWIT

Info

Location: Wellsbourne

Hourly Rate: £11.44 per hour (under review)

Hours Per Week: Full time and part time hours available, day shifts, ad-hoc hours.

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Job Reference: SOLOWIT

Closing Date: 23/07/2024 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

I am a fun loving 24-year-old gentleman living at home with my mum, my dog and my cat. I have a severe neurological deficit following a cardiac arrest when I was much younger and require 24/7 support from my family and care team. I have limited mobility and require to be transferred using a hoist. I am visually impaired and non-verbal so my support workers will need to familiarize themselves with my communication techniques. I have all my food and medication administered via PEG. I enjoy going out and being a part of the community. It is very important for me to be able to partake in as many activities which are age appropriate while being care for and supported to a high standard. 

ABOUT YOU 

The ideal candidate will be honest, calm, patient and flexible. They will be outgoing and will support me with meeting my social needs by taking me out to take part in activities. You must bring much enthusiasm to the role and possess excellent communication skills. It is important for me to go out and enjoy myself, as I will be going through a transition process, from being in college throughout the week, to now being home full time.

It is desirable that my PAs are male, because of the nature of the role. 

Experience in complex care and Learning Disabilities is desirable.

A full UK driver’s license is desirable, and you must feel comfortable in driving a mobility adapted vehicle if you are a driver.

Non-smokers essential, for my respiratory health. 

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-north@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