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Dear Applicant 

Re: Job Ref JB WN ML

Please find below job description and application form for the post with the above job reference.

Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living is only passing this information on to you on behalf of an individual employer. If you are short-listed you will be contacted by our client. 

If you do not hear from them within four weeks from you submitting your application, you can presume that you have been unsuccessful. Unfortunately we are unable to write to those who have not been short-listed for interview. 

Thank you for applying for the job and good luck with your application!

Yours faithfully

Admin Support
Independent Living Team

Job Description 
Job Reference JB WN ML

The aim of the job is to provide the assistance required by me, the employer. I am a disabled man in my late twenties, living in Penicuik, with a busy life and full-time job.  I have a physical impairment, and I use an electric wheelchair.  I have many interests (especially travel!) and I have a good sense of humour.  

A personal assistant should provide the help I need at my request. Too often a disabled person can find that those who assist them try to take over and make decisions about what the disabled person should do and how. In fact, you can only provide the assistance I really need by listening to my requests and instructions on how to do tasks. Getting the right assistance allows me to live my life independently. The aim of the role is to assist me in living life to the full!

It is important to recognise that the support will be provided within the family home and community, therefore confidentiality and respect for the employer’s privacy and daily routine is of the utmost importance. 

The Post
I have two vacancies for a zero-hours contracted personal assistant (PA,) to support me as part of my PA team. The first post is for a male PA and will involve being the first port of call for any personal care related shifts at times of injury or illness, such as help accessing the shower or getting dressed.  The second post requires no support with intimate personal care.
No regular hours are offered but there will be the opportunity to cover staff holidays and sickness, including during the school holidays.

The hourly rate of pay is £13.07 per hour.

The Post-holder
An ideal post-holder would be someone who is compassionate, friendly, calm and patient with a good sense of humour. The first post is for males only due to the intimate personal care requirements.  A relaxed and compassionate attitude is key to making me feel comfortable in these situations.  There is no gender requirement for the second post.

Driver – desirable but not essential.

First aid and moving and handling qualifications are desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. Passing these qualifications is mandatory.

Would be required to have a PVG membership suitable for working with Vulnerable Adults or be willing to join the scheme. This is a legal requirement as the position is a regulated role.

PERSONAL CARE TASKS
Bathing:​ I can require some assistance with showering - this may include helping me in and out of the shower, or more hands-on support at times of injury, such as supporting me to shower and get dry. (male only post.)

Dressing: I sometimes require total assistance with dressing and undressing whilst maintaining my dignity and privacy. (Male only post.)

Appearance: At times of injury, I can require assistance with grooming and personal hygiene. (Male only post.)

Medication: ​You may be required to prompt, provide reminders or bring me my medication.
 
DOMESTIC TASKS
Laundry:​ The employer requires assistance with making or changing the beds and doing some laundry or ironing.

Cleaning: ​You may also be required to assist with general cleaning, e.g. emptying bins, wiping down surfaces, cleaning the floor, cleaning bathroom etc. 
 
OTHER TASKS
Mealtime support: ​You will need to support meal preparation. After preparing meals, you will be required to clean the eating and preparation space.

Accessing the community: You may need to support me with accessing the community, such as shops, social events, or the hospital. This may involve driving, pushing my manual wheelchair, or other reasonable tasks.

Other:​ The employer may require assistance with any other reasonable tasks.

Please apply as soon as possible either by completing and returning an application form or by sending in your CV and covering letter.

Application Form for Job Reference JB WN ML

Please complete the following application form as accurately and in as much detail as possible.  Shortlisting for interview will be based on the information you supply on the application form read in conjunction with the job description.
Please do not send in the job description or covering letter when returning the application form.  If you require more room please use a separate piece of paper with the job reference and your name on it.  If completing electronically press tab whilst the final cell in a table is selected to insert a new row.
Personal Details
First name		
Surname		
Telephone number		
Mobile number		
Email 		
Postal address		

Town		
Post Code		

Declaration
I agree that the information I have supplied in this application form is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.  I understand that any deliberate falsification on my part will be viewed as gross misconduct and may lead to my dismissal without notice.
Signature of applicant: ____________________ Date: ________
(Please leave the signature and date blank if you are sending in the form electronically.  If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to sign a printed out copy then.)

History of Education and Training
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Work History (including voluntary work)
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Additional Information 

After reading the Job Description carefully, consider what skills and experience you have that are suited to this post.  They need not have been gained in paid employment and may include special interests relevant to the post.  	

	

Work Availability
Please indicate in the table below what times you would be available for work within the period of the day, ie. if you are available from 7am to 11am Tuesday morning, then put 7-11am in the box.  If you are available for any time write yes and please write no if you are not available.
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Supporting information
You do not need to fill out the following questions if they are not applicable to the post.  eg. if the job description does not ask for PVG membership, then you may put N/A in the space provided.
Are you a member of the PVG scheme? 		
PVG membership number		
Do you have a full driving licence valid in the UK?		
Do you have the use of a vehicle?		
Would you be prepared to use the vehicle for work?		
When could you start work?		
Where did you see this post advertised?		

References
Please write the names and contact details for two independent people who would be willing to provide a reference for you.  One of them should be your most recent employer.  Note that a telephone number is not sufficient. Please indicate whether referees may be contacted prior to interview. 
	Reference 1	Reference 2	
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May be contacted prior to interview? 			
Please return the completed application form as soon as possible.
Application forms may be returned by email to: pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk or posted to:  PA Recruitment, Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living, Norton Park Centre, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh EH7 5QY.
Please ensure that you have paid adequate postage to send any application forms by mail as LCIL does not accept postage otherwise.