Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker in UB10. A full-time position for a professional, dedicated and personable PA. On average 3 long shifts per week available to support a recent graduate with complex care needs. £228.00 Gross per Shift
Nearest Tube/Station: Hillingdon
Wage/Salary: £19.00 Gross per Hour | £228.00 Gross per Shift | £35,500.00 + Gross per Annum
Driver Essential? No
Essential: Care experience, willingness to learn. This role is suitable for *Female applicants only.
Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours: 12 x 12-hour shifts per month. 8.00am – 8.00pm OR 8.00pm – 8.00am. 10 Day shifts and 2 Waking Nights per month. Rota provided 4 weeks in advance
Family/Client Pets: Yes, Springer Spaniel
Accommodation: Staff room / area for use whilst on duty
Recruiter: Jade jade@snapcare.co.uk
About this client/child: Matty, 30, a recent graduate from the Open University (Economics and Maths) lives independently in his family home with the support of his team which consists of a live-in carer and a team of ‘live out’ Support Workers / PAs providing round the clock, 2:1 support. Matty sustained a spinal injury and as a result, is quadriplegic, has a ventilator overnight which he is 100% reliant on, and a tracheostomy. To support his communication, Matty uses Eye Gaze technology. He is an intelligent, calm, and polite gentleman with a positive outlook on life and he is currently planning for his future since completing his degree. He is a hard-core Mix Martial Arts (MMA) fan and travels around the UK to attend live events and regularly watches fights on TV. He follows all things UFC. Matty likes down/quiet time and if he requires support or assistance, he will let you know. His team supports Matty in how he wishes to live and is there to support his medical and care needs.
Overview of role: The role will involve working alongside a team member, supporting Matty with his personal care, manual handling, repositioning, ADLs, and medical needs. Matty can direct you in terms of his care, and depending on what is planned for the day you could be working both in Matty’s home and out in the community. You do not need previous experience in this area of complex care; just a willingness to learn. Matty is seeking the right person to join his team, therefore can be flexible on shifts offered, based on your availability. Once working days have been agreed, these will be set shifts on a permanent basis.
Who this job would suit: The successful *female PA/Support Worker will be proactive, caring, friendly, and have a genuine passion for providing the highest level of care and support to your client. You will be intuitive, fun and enjoy working within a family setting. The role is only open to a PA/Support Worker looking for a permanent position.
What’s great about this job: Excellent training providing in all aspects of Matty’s care, ongoing supervision, and support from Matty’s family and dedicated support team. The role will enable you to build your own skillset in caring for a client with complex care medical needs. The role offers a permanent employment contract with all benefits included.
Who is recruiting for this role? Our client is using our Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm the essential criteria for the position is met. The client will then continue the recruitment process. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to our client. Please see our website for more information. Please note, unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.
* When a specific gender is essential, it is considered a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, for a female or male worker to work with our client.