PLEASE NOTE: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL IS NOT THE EMPLOYER FOR THIS JOB. YOU WILL EITHER BE SELF-EMPLOYED OR DIRECTLY EMPLOYED BY THE INDIVIDUAL THAT YOU WILL BE SUPPORTING.

Job Reference: TS39768

Location: Loughborough LE11

Rate: £12.44 per hour if directly employed or £16.00 per hour if self-employed

Hours: 3 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 21st May 2024

An individual living in Loughborough requires a Personal Assistant to support them to access the community. They enjoy going to the gym and would like support with getting out and about, and meeting new people. 

Role Requirements

You will be required to provide support with attending local groups/activities, and accessing mental health support within the local community. You will need to use your own vehicle and mileage will be paid directly by the client. 

The client has a diagnosis of autism, cerebral palsy, dyspraxia, mild learning difficulties and poor mental health. 
There are 4 dogs in the house. 

A DBS is applicable to this role. We can support with an application if you don’t already have a certificate. 

Previous care experience desired but not essential. This opportunity is suited for someone who is responsible, reliable, patient, and respectful of others’ privacy, dignity, values, and beliefs. You may be a good fit if you are looking to get back into work after caring for a relative or friend.

Genuine applicants only please. 

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:

Tracy Smith

Telephone: 0116 3057745

Email: DPSOemploymentsupport@leics.gov.uk   

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please forward an up to date CV by email to DPSOemploymentsupport@leics.gov.uk or complete the application form and return it to the email address above. Please remember to quote reference number TS39768 as part of your application. 

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This advert has been placed by Leicestershire County Council on behalf of a direct payments recipient. Leicestershire County Council is not the employer. You will either be self-employed or directly employed by the individual that you will be supporting.