Spectrum Continuing Care – supporting people to live the life they choose.
Spectrum Continuing Care is looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic Personal Assistants to join our team in Southampton.
As a Personal Assistant, you will support disabled people to live as independently as possible, providing personalised care and support with day-to-day life.
SK enjoying a community day out at a car show.
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The role will include
- Providing personal care and assistance with personal hygiene
- Supporting with daily living activities and household tasks
- Supporting with meal preparation and nutrition
- Assisting with medication in line with care plans and training
- Supporting with shopping, appointments and community activities
- Providing support with travel and attending appointments
- Providing social, emotional and companionship support
- Encouraging independence and participation in the community
- Following individual care plans and maintaining accurate records
- Promoting dignity, privacy, choice and safeguarding
- Working closely with individuals, families and other professionals
- Providing person-centred support tailored to each individual’s needs
What we’re looking for
- Previous experience working in care
- A full driving licence
- A caring, compassionate and patient approach
- Reliable and flexible
- A commitment to promoting independence and dignity
- The ability to work as part of a team and independently
Why work with us
No two days are necessarily the same, and this is a rewarding opportunity for someone who genuinely wants to make a positive difference to people’s lives.
- Supportive team
- Make a difference
What makes Spectrum different
We are not just another care agency. Spectrum is a Disabled People-led Organisation, founded in 1984 and run by and for disabled people in Southampton. That changes how the work feels.
- Led by disabled people Spectrum is a Disabled People-led Organisation. Disabled people set our direction, sit on our board and shape how support is delivered.
- The person is in charge, not the rota Support is built around what each person wants from their day. You work to their choices and their routine, not a fixed task list.
- Small, consistent teams You get to know the people you support properly, rather than a different address every hour. Relationships are the point of the job.
- Over 40 years in Southampton We have been part of this city since 1984, working alongside local people, families and services rather than parachuting in.
- Training, supervision and a voice You get proper induction and ongoing training, regular one-to-one supervision, and a real say in how support is run.
SK enjoying a community day out at a car show.
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