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Care Assistant for a person P/T @ £13.09/hr in Bedlington - FTE - £25.5k, Bedlington
Client:
UKCIL
Location:
Bedlington, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
50a56ce6a1d4
Job Views:
10
Posted:
26.04.2025
Expiry Date:
10.06.2025
Job Description:
Job Reference
(97d) We are looking for a Personal Assistant to provide support to a young woman to enable her to live her life in the way she wants and to promote her independence.
She is Autistic and requires support in her daily routines, such as cooking, eating, laundry, and household tasks.
There are two dogs in the home; while not responsible for them, you should be comfortable around dogs.
Experience with autism/supporting people with autism and knowledge of neurodiversity is advantageous.
You should be trustworthy, reliable, and respect confidentiality.
This role involves 3 hours per week, supporting with admin tasks, community outings, planning, and possibly batch cooking.
Being Autistic means each day can vary, leading to fatigue or burnout. The role aims to support routine building and prevent burnout.
You should be proactive in suggesting community activities. A driver with own transport is preferred, but public transport is acceptable; expenses are covered.
Hours: 3 hours per week, days to be discussed at interview.
Main Duties:
* Support independence and routines
* Assist in activities and hobbies
* Ensure safety during outings
* Support household tasks
* Assist with meals and batch cooking
Pay: £13.09/hr. Holidays: 5.6 weeks/year, pro-rata.
Person Specification:
* Experience supporting adults with autism (preferred)
* Positive attitude towards disabilities
* Interest in social care
* Initiative, punctuality, reliability
* Flexibility, caring nature
* Confidentiality
* Driving license and insurance preferred
* Enhanced DBS check required (cost covered by employer)
Services:
Meal Preparation, Domestic Care, Social & Leisure Activities, Support for independence
Training:
PA Guide, Safeguarding, Autism/Aspergers
Transportation:
Full UK driving license, own car
Schedule & Pay:
3 hours/week, pay £13.09/hr, weekly £39, monthly/annual figures as applicable.
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