Brief description of support work
Personal care primarily with some domestic support to an elderly woman in her home. Blister pack meds. The lady has dementia, poor mobility, is blind, and has a retired guide dog. Lives with husband, who would be your employer. Slight moving and handling. Lives near City Centre – but free car parking for the worker. Has a PA Team of 2 in place but needs additional hours of support as below
Hours and rate of pay – up to 35 hours per week at £13 per hour
Days and hours – flexible – part or full time to suit, preference for weekends, and 12 hour waking nights available if wished.
Person specification
A woman of any age who has some basic experience of providing care and support to an adult or older person. Someone with a flexible and relaxed approach and a sense of humour. No formal qualifications are required. A driving license is not necessary
The role is open to female applicants only. This is a genuine occupational requirement. Applicants should either be members of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or be willing to join. The employer here will meet the cost.
How to apply
Please apply as soon as possible by completing and returning an application form.
For more information and an application form please obtain an application pack. This can be downloaded Download NB WN ED ap pack November 2024 or by email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and quoting reference NB WN ED.