Private Care, ferndown

Job Title: Personal Assistant for Married Couple with Cerebral Palsy (Driver Required) Location: Ferndown Hours: [Full-time / Part-time / Flexible hours] Salary: Competitive About Us: We are a married couple living with cerebral palsy, dedicated to living life on our own terms. We believe in independence, freedom, and having the ability to pursue our passions. We are seeking a compassionate and proactive personal assistant who will support us in achieving the life we want to live. If you are a kind, dedicated individual with a passion for helping others, we’d love for you to join our team! Job Description: As our personal assistant, you’ll provide physical and practical support, ensuring that we can live independently and safely in our own home. Your role is all about supporting our daily activities and helping us live life to the fullest—on our terms. This is a rewarding position, and your support will make a real difference in our lives. Key Responsibilities: Physical Assistance: Help with hoisting, transfers, and mobility support. Personal Care: Assist with feeding, grooming, dressing, bathing, and other personal care tasks. Household Support: Assist with daily household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a tidy home. Cooking & Meal Support: Aid in meal preparation and feeding, ensuring nutritional needs are met. Driving & Transportation: You must be a licensed driver, as you will assist with driving us to appointments, football, social events, errands, and outings, ensuring we get to where we need to go safely and comfortably. Custom Support: Adapt your approach to suit our specific needs, ensuring we live the lifestyle we choose. What We Are Looking For: Empathy & Compassion: You’re a caring individual who believes in empowering others to live their best lives. Reliability: Dependability is key, as we rely on you for both require physical support. Experience: Previous experience in personal care or assisting individuals with disabilities is preferred, but not essential. Training will be provided as needed. Flexibility: You must be adaptable and able to help with a variety of tasks on a daily basis. Positive Attitude: Bring energy, optimism, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact in our lives. Driving Skills: A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are essential, as you’ll be responsible for driving us to various locations as part of your role. Professionalism: Respecting our privacy, preferences, and maintaining a high standard of care is crucial. Why You Should Apply: Make a Real Difference: This role offers the opportunity to help us live life to the fullest, making an incredible impact in our everyday lives. Supportive Environment: We believe in teamwork and are looking for someone who can work alongside us in a collaborative, respectful environment. Rewarding & Fulfilling: Experience a job that is both meaningful and rewarding, as you will be directly involved in empowering us to live independently and confidently. If you are someone who is passionate about helping others live their best lives and are a confident driver ready to join our team, we’d love to hear from you! How to Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this position. We can’t wait to meet you!