Our young boy with cerebral palsy although non verbal he can communicate well and let you know what he wants and likes. He loves people ,anytime he spends outside as well as tv. He is in a wheelchair and cannot weight bare so will need lifting etc We would like support at times from a PA to take care of him, keep him company, and play with him prepare food and feed him and, occasionally personal care will be needed. Employer Disability and Health Conditions • Mobility / Physical Other relevant information 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 to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors. • 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. Transport Requirement Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance. Required Skills • Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role. • To be able to work on own initiative. • Be patient, supportive and caring. • Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support. • Be empathetic. • Previous caring experience is essential. • Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential. • Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved. 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. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident 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. For more details please go to Disability Confident .