a note from the independent living team

Job Reference CG OH

Dear Applicant,

Please find enclosed job description and application form for the post with the above job reference.

Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living is only passing this information on to you on behalf of an individual employer. If short-listed, our client will contact you.

If you do not hear from them within four weeks from the closing date, you can presume the post has been filled. Unfortunately, we are unable to write to those who have not been short-listed for interview.

Thank you for applying for the job and Good Luck with your application!

Yours faithfully,

Admin Support, Independent Living Team

job description

Role

In this role, you will provide the personal assistance required by myself, a young man with a physical disability. A PA will enable me to work, socialise and live an independent life.

I am currently studying for my Master’s degree and intend to seek employment. I am a sociable person and I try to get out of the house as much as possible.

Your role will involve assisting me in a wide range of environments and activities; from studying at university to going out in the evening.

Person Description

→It is essential that the candidate holds a full, valid driving license.

→It is essential that the candidate is willing to work the occasional weekend or evening.

→It would be advantageous that the candidate has previous care experience, otherwise training will be provided.

→Basic computer literacy is preferable.

Tasks/Activities

→Support in navigating university, work and voluntary environments.

→Support to take part in leisure and social activities.

→Support with correspondence e.g. helping me text, make phone calls and attend meetings.

→Assistance with eating and drinking.

→Assistance with basic medication e.g. painkillers.

→Occasional domestic task.

job description

Post

→There are 3 posts available for 22 hours per week at a rate of £10.15 per hour.

→The post is subject to a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check.

→Post-holder(s) will attend paid, monthly meetings to address issues, concerns and become acquainted with one another.

→Evening and weekend shifts are subject to change; post-holder(s) will be given advance notice.

→The following hours are available:

Monday / 08:00–18:00
Tuesday / 08:00–18:00
Wednesday / 08:00–18:00 / 18:00 – 23:00
Thursday / 08:00–18:00
Friday / 08:00–18:00
Saturday / 18:00 – 23:00
Sunday / 13:00 – 18:00

application form

How to fill in this form

Complete the following application form as accurately and in as much detail as possible. Shortlisting for interview is based on information that you supply on the application form, read in conjunction with the job description.

Please omit the job description or covering letter from this application on its return. Extra space has been provided but if you require more, attach an additional page that includes the job reference and your name.

Personal Details

Forename
Surname
Telephone
Mobile
Email
Address
Post Code

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Declaration

I agree, to the best of my knowledge, that the information supplied in this application form is accurate. I understand that any deliberate falsification on my part will be viewed as gross misconduct and may lead to my dismissal without notice.

Signature:

Date:

N.B. Signature may be omitted if completing electronically. You will be asked to sign a printed copy at interview.

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application form

Education and training

institution / from / to / qualification gained

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Education and training cont.

institution / from / to / qualification gained

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Employment and voluntary work

employer / position held / from / to / main duties

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Employment and voluntary work cont.

employer / position held / from / to / main duties

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Additional information

Having read the job description fully, consider your skills and experience and how these are suited to the post. They need not have been gained in paid employment and may include special interests relevant to the post.

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Additional information cont.

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Work availability

Indicate below what times you are available to work e.g. if you are available from 8am to 11am on Tuesday morning, put 08:00 – 11:00 in the relevant box.

morning / afternoon / evening / night
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

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Supporting information

Please fill out the following questions:

Are you a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme?
What is your PVG membership number?
Do you have a full driver’s license that is valid in the UK?
When can you start work?
Where did you see this post advertised?

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References

Write the names and full contact details of two referees who would be willing to provide a reference. The referees cannot be a close friend or relative.

detail / first reference
Name
Position
Relationship
Title
Organisation
Address
Post Code
Email
Telephone

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References cont.

Write the name and contact details of your second reference below:

detail / secondreference
Name
Position
Relationship
Title
Organisation
Address
Post Code
Email
Telephone

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How to return your application

Return the completed application form by 4pm on the closing date of 15th August 2016.

To apply for this position, complete and return the application form by 4pm on the closing date of September 30th, 2016.

Application forms may be returned by email to or by post to:

PA Recruitment,

Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living,

Norton Park Centre,

57 Albion Road,

Edinburgh,

EH7 5QY

N.B. Ensure that you have paid adequate postage to send this application form by mail, otherwise it will not be accepted.

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