Seeking a suitable PA for son aged 8 years with PICA disorder in Leeds 8 (Roundhay) - Leeds - LS8.
We are looking for a suitable PA who has insight and experience of working with children with learning disabilities, who is also a driver and has access to their own vehicle.
Our son has a condition known as PICA, which is an eating disorder that can be caused by anxiety and stress.
The PA is required on weekends for 6 to 12 hours per week (hours will be variable) to suit our son's needs, which can be discussed in advance. The Personal Assistant we are looking for will have understanding through life experience, whether through work or personal experience, working with children with special needs. The pay rate is £12.40 an hour (gross) with 5.6 weeks holidays (pro rata).
PURPOSE OF JOB
To work with our son who has Autism, learning disabilities, and challenging behaviour. Our son has sensory needs and PICA. He will always need assistance and close supervision to stay safe.
He also needs somebody who can help him access activities in the community and provide transportation. Additionally, they will need to support our son’s personal care by helping him with toileting, dressing needs, and assistance with feeding.
We require a person who can provide this level of assistance under our direction. The personal assistant must be reliable, punctual, honest, caring, and kind.
The person we will employ will have an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all areas of work, including total respect for our privacy. Please note for your and our son’s safety, avoid wearing jewellery, such as neck chains, bracelets, earrings, and any other visible jewellery items.
Please apply via UKCIL if you are interested in the job role; feel free to ask any questions that you may have. We can discuss the role in more detail if you are interested.
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