Personal Care Assistant Swansea

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Posting date:
22 January 2025
Salary:
£12.75 to £12.75 per hour
Hours:
Part time
Closing date:
21 February 2025
Location:
Sketty, Swansea
Remote working:
On-site only
Company:
Direct Payments Team
Job type:
Permanent
Job reference:
358

Direct Payments Team

About the Role:

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Personal Care Assistant to provide support to an older lady with dementia in Swansea. The role focuses on companionship, assistance with daily tasks, and encouraging independent living.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prompting and assisting with personal care routines.
  • Preparing hot drinks and meals.
  • Accompanying the client to various activities, such as garden centers, tea shops, and social clubs.
  • Providing companionship and social engagement opportunities.
  • Supporting the client in maintaining independence and dignity.
  • Assisting with getting ready for bed.

Skills and Expertise:

  • Experience with elderly care or a similar role.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Patience and understanding of dementia.
  • Confidentiality and respect for personal space.
  • Dependability and time management skills.
  • Adaptability and flexibility.
  • Independently handling tasks.
  • Working to instruction, including any training needs (e.g., Manual Handling, First Aid).
  • Trustworthiness, reliability, and punctuality.

Job Facilities/Benefits:

  • 12.75 per hour.
  • Flexible hours, including evenings and Sundays.
  • Trial period (6 months).
  • Monthly salary with holiday pay.
  • DBS processed by Swansea council.

Why Join Us:

This opportunity offers rewarding work supporting someone in need. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexible hours, and the chance to make a real difference in someone’s life.