About the Employer
We are looking for somebody caring, fun, fit and a great sense of humour to support our son in his day to day needs. Our son is a happy, cheeky teenager who is fun to be around. He is a whirlwind of energy and needs a PA who can keep up with him and his impulsiveness.
Employer Disability and Health Conditions:
• Cognitive / Learning
• Invisible
• Severe Autism, ADHD, Learning Disability, Non-verbal
The employer's hobbies and interests:
• Any outdoor activity
• Swimming
• Sensory play
Other relevant information:
• The individual keeps pets in the home: Small, friendly dog.
About the Role
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
• Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication.
• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.
The individuals 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. You have a duty 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:
Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.
Required Skills:
• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
• To be able to work on own initiative.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Previous caring experience is essential.
• Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.
• Must be authoritative as our son can display challenging behaviours to test the boundaries.
Required Training:
Successful candidates are required to undertake any training that is considered necessary and appropriate to the role.
• Moving and Handling. Training will be provided by the employer.
• First Aid. Training will be provided by the employer.
When you are Required:
Hours per week: Flexible, approx. 15 per month and an extra 15 in School holidays
• Saturday, Weekend work in term time and during the week in School Holidays
• Sunday, Weekend work in term time and during the week in School Holidays
Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.