Job purpose:
* To assist 22 y/o man with Down’s Syndrome, who is extremely sociable and likes to engage in social activities. Thus enabling him to maintain an independent and fulfilling life that meets his chosen lifestyle. You will be employed directly by his mother.
Hours and rate of pay:
* Pay rate £12.00 per hour (contracted)
* or Self Employed £15.50 per hour
Term time only – 39 weeks:
* 6 hours per week between Friday – Sunday – day time - flexible
* Moving to holiday time - 13 weeks
* 12 hours per week between Monday - Friday day time - flexible
Work Duties may include / supporting:
• To be supported to attend & participate in his chosen recreational activities, for example ten pin bowling, theatre, cinema, football match etc
• To be supported to use public transport to the place of the recreational activity
• To be supported back to his house safely
• The hours include transportation to and from the venue of the recreational activity
Other requirements
• To support, maintain and build new relationships by attending activities or events with friends.
• Working in a safe way and highlighting health and safety concerns
• Establish and maintain effective communication
• Maintaining confidentiality
Location Employer is based in BS6/BS7.
Requirements for applicant
• Driver preferred, with access to motor vehicle (mileage paid)
• Good sense of humour, warm and friendly.
• Patience & maturity
• Ability to understand and deliver the needs of the employer
• Flexible, reliable and honest
• Firm & fair attitude to encourage employer’s independence.
• An enhanced DBS check will be required
‘Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our customers. Should your application be successful and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by PeoplePlus’
Vacancy closing date: 06-Mar-2025