Hours
39 hours per week. To be confirmed and discussed: day shifts, waking night shifts and respite.
Rate of Pay
£16.00 per hour.
Area
Newcastle upon Tyne.
Driver Essential
Driving wheelchair adapted large vehicles is required.
Role Purpose
The purpose of this role is to support my 26-year-old son. My son is an upbeat and sociable young man who enjoys being around people whether this is direct interaction (he enjoys having his arms or head gently tickled and likes to return the favour and loves it when people chat with him) or simply people watching. He likes being out and about (health permitting) and enjoys the cinema, going to the beach and is always interested in what is going on around him. He has a mischievous sense of humour and likes to tease people when he is in a playful mood. In the house he loves sensory toys, musical toys, CBeebies and company.
Responsibilities
* Provide patient, calm and attentive support while maintaining a light, silly demeanor to raise a smile.
* Learn and use my son’s methods of communication, which primarily include pointing with his hands and using his eyes.
* Manage what is discussed in front of him, ensuring that he is not exposed to shouting or raised voices, particularly in his home.
* Deliver overnight support without supervision, spending time with him when he has met his needs.
* Perform physical tasks such as hoisting, pushing and bending where required.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Moving & handling certificate (basic requirement).
* Experience driving wheelchair adapted large vehicles.
* Willingness and ability to learn new skills, including procedures related to complex health needs such as epilepsy, learning disability, free draining PEG, supra pubic catheter, body temperature management, TPN feeding (training will be provided).
* High reliability, initiative, ability to work outside 9‑to‑5, respect for privacy and confidentiality.
* Permission to work in the U.K. at the time of employment.
Additional Information
For more information, please see the Job Description.
Vacancy Status
This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.
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