About the Employer

I am a sociable woman with a disability. I need assistance with some aspects of daily living in order for me to continue to live independently in my own home. I am a farmer’s daughter so you must like animals. An interest in horses would be good but not essential.

Summary of duties

Drive me in my car to places of my choice or direction. Due to insurance cover applicant must be over 25 years with clean driving licence. Support me with the preparation of food Escort and support me on shopping trips Escort and support me to access my social activities Perform light cleaning tasks Help me with some aspects of personal care Assist me getting to and from appointments Be reliable and punctual Friendly and outgoing 

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

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Other relevant information

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
• Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.

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The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).

Transport Requirement

Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.

Required Skills

• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to work on own initiative.
• To work as part of a team.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Previous caring experience is essential.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.