Personal Assistant / Support Worker Southport Ref DP/DS

About the role

A Personal Assistant / Support Worker is required to support an adult with a physical disability who uses a wheelchair and leads a busy, independent and active life. The successful candidate will provide practical day-to-day assistance both at home and within the local community, helping the individual maintain their independence and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care and support with dressing
• Driving to appointments, shopping trips and social activities
• Preparing light meals
• Supporting with laundry and household tasks
• Keeping the home clean, tidy and organised
• Supporting independence at home and in the community
• Assisting with gardening where required
• Providing practical day-to-day support as needed

Requirements

• Kind, patient and caring
• Honest, dependable and reliable
• Comfortable providing personal care
• Able to work independently and use their own initiative
• Organised and practical in their approach
• A good communicator
• Respectful of dignity, independence and choice

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence
• Previous care experience (desirable)

Additional Information

• An enhanced DBS check is required.
• No preference regarding applicant gender.
• Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Applicants must have the full right to work in the UK.