Overview
Personal Assistant - Aughton
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant to provide support to an 18 year old male with learning difficulties within his own home and within the local community.
As a Personal Assistant your duties will include supporting the client to access the community for walks, support with road safety awareness, accompany and assist the client on days out, and some aspects of personal care. The client loves to watch TV and listening to story books too.
We are looking for a trustworthy, reliable, and motivated individual with a passion for supporting others. Previous experience of working with or supporting children/adults with special needs would be advantageous but not essential. A positive attitude and good work ethic is essential. You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A full UK driving license with access to a car is essential. The applicant must be of general good health and as the client likes to be active.
Responsibilities
* Support the client to access the community for walks and engage in activities outside the home.
* Provide support with road safety awareness.
* Accompany and assist the client on days out.
* Assist with some aspects of personal care as needed.
* Support the client with activities the client enjoys (watching TV and listening to story books).
Qualifications and Skills
* Trustworthy, reliable, and motivated with a passion for supporting others.
* Positive attitude and good work ethic.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Full UK driving licence with access to a car (essential).
* Previous experience of working with or supporting children/adults with special needs is advantageous but not essential.
* General good health and willingness to be active.
Details
* Part time position for 10 hours per week term time and 12 hours per week non term time.
* Hourly rate of £13.50 plus 5.6 weeks paid annual leave and workplace pension scheme.
* This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance (the cost of which will be met by the employer).
For further information, please contact Lancashire Independent Living Services to obtain the full job description.
Quote employer ref: LILS/SD/BJ
Tel: 01772 558863-option 1
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