Job Description
Ref: DR0421HZ	
1	Employer	
The employer will be the gentleman receiving the support.	
2	Job Identity	
Post Title:	Support Worker	
Location:	Rhynie	
Hours of Work:	
Relief and holiday cover
	
Term:	Permanent.  Subject to a 3-month trial period	
3	Remuneration	
Hourly Rate:	£9.36	
4	Job Description	
1.	Meal preparation
2.	Washing of bed linen and clothing
3.	Meal preparation.
4.	Light household chores
5.	Psychological and moral support	
5	Main Duties	
1.	Following advice and instructions from the employer;
2.	Respecting the employer’s privacy – ensuring confidentiality at all times;
3.	Support the gentleman to maintain as much independence as possible
4.	Maintaining a happy working environment;
5.	Maintaining safety at all times.	

Any questions concerning duties may be raised at the interview stage
Full training shall be offered to any successful applicant and shall be paid for by the employer
	
6	Supervision	
The Personal Assistant will be directed by and shall be accountable to the employer.
It is necessary to ask the employer what the duties are, observing his directions and requests.  It is also necessary to respect the privacy of the employer, and his wife and family.	
7	Personal Qualities	
The Personal Assistant must be friendly, reliable, trustworthy and be positive & encouraging in their outlook to the work.	
8	Training	
Training would be offered and paid for by the employer.  Adult Support & Protection is mandatory.	
References and the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme
A reference from 2 employers, one of which should be current or recent is required.  Employees will be required to register with the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) scheme.( If required by the employer) Further information can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk	

Person Specification

Attributes	Essential
(The minimum acceptable levels for safe and effective job performance)	Desirable
(The attributes of the ideal candidate)	
			
Experience	Experience of carrying out household duties to an acceptable level.		
Education and Qualifications	Good standard of education
Willingness to undertake relevant study and training	SVQ Level II	
Skills/Abilities specific to the post	Ability to:
•	Accept delegation and work without supervision
•	Good team worker
•	Recognise your own limitations
•	Create and maintain a good relationship with the employer while maintaining family privacy
•	Good verbal and written communication skills	Awareness of adult/child protection issues

Qualities	Ability to 
•	Remain calm and composed in challenging situations
•	To work in a non-judgemental manner
•	Work to guidelines and procedures		
Additional requirements for this post	Able to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the service
Good timekeeping