Interested in working in social care? Read on to find out how you can get involved. To apply, follow the link provided and fill out an application form or forward your CV to parecruitment@penderelstrust.org.uk (Please include the job reference number: LIN16613HB9 to your email if submitting via email) About the Employer I am a 38 year male with Asperger's syndrome. I would like someone to support within my home and community. I live independently but need support especially to go out. Hours are to cover sickness and holiday, days required would usually be on a Tuesday or Friday (4 hour shift). Employer Disability and Health Conditions: • Cognitive / Learning The employer's hobbies and interests: • Gaming • Collecting • Duke Nukem 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 to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors. • Support with food shopping. • Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities. • Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities. • Promote and encourage friendships and independence. • Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship. • Support with managing paperwork & correspondence. 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. • 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. • To work as part of a team. • To be able to follow instructions accurately. • 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. • Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis. • Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved. • Have a lively personality. When you are Required: Hours per week: Casual (as and when required) • Tuesday, 1pm • Friday, 1pm