Personal Care Assistant (Adult) Carlisle ILC-C-173
Personal Care Assistant – Complex Care Support (two positions available)
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Assistants to join our small, supportive team, contributing to a 24/7 package of care for a gentleman with complex needs.
Our client is non-verbal and lives with cerebral palsy, learning difficulties, and epilepsy. He uses a wheelchair and enjoys being out in the community, taking part in activities, and living an active social life.
A key requirement of the role is that you are able to deliver high-quality, person-centred care both at home and when out in the community, supporting with personal care, daily living tasks, and encouraging independence. You will work on a 2:1 support ratio during the day.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- An excellent communicator
- A full UK driving licence holder
- Physically able to push a wheelchair and support the client to take part in a wide range of activities most days
- Flexible and adaptable, willing to cover sickness and holidays
- Enthusiastic, caring, compassionate, patient and committed.
What We Offer
- A variety of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts (day shifts and sleepovers), on a rota basis.
- Enhanced pay rates for bank holidays
- Full training and development
- Sick pay
- £13.95 per hour and £108.43 sleeping night rate
- A supportive, positive working environment.
The posts available are for 8-16hrs per week contracted and a bank worker on a zero-hours contract to cover annual leave, sickness and training.
Further details of days and times can be discussed at the interview stage.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to someone’s life while working within a close-knit and enthusiastic team.