Self Employed or Employed Personal Care Assistant – 10 Hours Per Week – BH15 Area (EM/KH)
BCP Council invites applications for a Personal Care Assistant to support our son in Poole (BH15). The role is part‑time, requiring 10 hours per week: 2 days, 5 hours each day (preferably Tuesday and Wednesday, but flexible).
Responsibilities
* Provide personal care, including supervision of toilet use.
* Attend community appointments and leisure activities such as pool and cinema.
* Support behavioural management for a client with learning disabilities, autism, and behavioural challenges.
* Encourage and facilitate enjoyment of hobbies: football, cricket, pool, and bowling.
* Maintain regular communication with the family and the BCP Direct Payments Advice Service.
Qualifications
* Valid driving licence with own car and current vehicle insurance.
* Experience caring for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or behavioural issues.
* Calm approach to sensory sensitivities and ability to manage noise levels.
* Comfortable working with pets (family dog).
* Strong communication and organizational skills.
Compensation
Hourly rate: £12.21 for an employed carer; self‑employed rates to be discussed upon application.
Contact
For more information or to apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to
elizabeth.moore@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
Telephone: 01202 123961. Quote job advert reference EMKH.
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