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I am a young man and I have a neurological condition called Friedreich's Ataxia.

It means that I am wheelchair bound and struggle with everyday activities such

as washing, dressing, preparing meals and going to the toilet. I also have limited

vocal ability however I am able to communicate and conversate well. I have full

cognitive function.

Hours and rate of

pay

Rate of Pay: £17.50 per hour -SELF-EMPLOYED

Hours: 24 per week-To be discussed.

DBS/Checks

Confirmation of DBS check

Right to Work and references will be needed.

What you would be

Provide personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting.

Support to maintain independence and daily routines.

Follow care plans, risk assessments and health and safety procedures.

Assist with light domestic tasks where appropriate (e.g. tidying, laundry)

Assisting with meals, hydration and medication support.

Promote safe guarding, dignity, privacy and respect at all times.

Maintaining clear communication with the PA, family and professionals.

The person I would

I’m looking for a PA to assist me. Support will include: everyday tasks, assisting

with eating and drinking, giving of medication, exercise, and going out into the

community and making sure all needs are met plus driving me to appointments.

this will be a 2-1 position as my needs have changed so looking for someone

Great Baddow, Chelmsford

Company: Purple DPSS Salary: from £17.50 an hour Hours: Part-time Location: Chelmsford Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent

Self-employed PA-Care-PUR- 853-145

Summary

Job ref.

PUR- 853-145

About me

I am a young man and I have a neurological condition called Friedreich's Ataxia.

It means that I am wheelchair bound and struggle with everyday activities such

as washing, dressing, preparing meals and going to the toilet. I also have limited

vocal ability however I am able to communicate and conversate well. I have full

cognitive function.

Hours and rate of

pay

Rate of Pay: £17.50 per hour -SELF-EMPLOYED

Hours: 24 per week-To be discussed.

Great Baddow, Chelmsford

DBS/Checks

Confirmation of DBS check

Right to Work and references will be needed.

What you would be

doing…

Provide personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting.

Support to maintain independence and daily routines.

Follow care plans, risk assessments and health and safety procedures.

Assist with light domestic tasks where appropriate (e.g. tidying, laundry)

Assisting with meals, hydration and medication support.

Promote safe guarding, dignity, privacy and respect at all times.

Maintaining clear communication with the PA, family and professionals.

The person I would

like…

I’m looking for a PA to assist me. Support will include: everyday tasks, assisting

with eating and drinking, giving of medication, exercise, and going out into the

community and making sure all needs are met plus driving me to appointments.

this will be a 2-1 position as my needs have changed so looking for someone

who works well in pairs.

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