Female Personal Assistant

About The Employer

A PA is required for a 62‑year‑old woman living in the Penshaw area who has cerebral palsy. She uses a wheelchair and requires 24/7 care. The position is a fixed‑term contract covering maternity leave, 40 hours per week, working a night‑shift pattern of 4 nights on and 4 nights off (10pm–8am).

The client experiences muscular contractures and pain, which impact her ability for self‑feeding, dressing and all aspects of personal care. Skin integrity requires constant monitoring. Daily medication administration is required. A Nomad tray is provided. Experience with moving and handling is beneficial; electric hoists for bedroom and bathroom moving are available in the client’s home.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and/or prompt with personal care, including toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, and dressing.
• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and feeding.
• Support an...