Responsibilities:
1. Support and/or prompt with personal care, which may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, and getting dressed.
2. Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
3. Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication.
4. Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
5. Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, e.g., hospital/doctors.
6. Support with food shopping.
7. Support the individual to look after/care for pets.
8. Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
9. Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
10. Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
11. Develop a good and trusting one-to-one working relationship.
12. Support with managing paperwork & correspondence.
13. Support with gardening.
The individual's needs may vary from day to day, and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required. You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately and to report defects and/or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times. Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered). Transport Requirement: Full driving licence is essential as the role requires you to drive the employer's vehicle. For insurance purposes, you must be able to communicate effectively with the family, who are the support when the PA is not present, highlighting issues such as mood, appointment outcomes, and next steps.
Minimum Requirements:
1. Be honest, reliable, trustworthy, and punctual.
2. Work on own initiative and as part of a team.
3. Follow instructions accurately.
4. Be patient, supportive, and caring.
5. Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
6. Be empathetic.
7. Previous caring experience is essential.
8. Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employer's needs on a daily basis.
9. Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
10. Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
11. Have a lively personality.
Required Training:
Successful candidates are required to undertake any training that is considered necessary and appropriate to the role, including First Aid. Training will be provided by the employer. Candidates should have an understanding and possible qualifications in neurodiversity and how to support and plan for driving independence.
About Disability Confident:
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal, and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.
Hello, thanks for showing an interest in supporting me as my PA. I'm a young woman trying to optimise my independence despite my disabilities. I want someone to join me in my journey who will be able to support, guide, and help me manage life and daily activities. I would like someone to help me learn how much I can do and when I should ask for help. I want someone who will come out in the morning and do affirmations with me, help set goals, and encourage me as a person to grow.
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