FEMALE Personal Care Assistant
Do you like spinning tops, repeating the same random stories over & over, counting backwards from 10 then blasting off into imaginary space? Can you bang a drum or twirl a ribbon for extended periods while flicking the pages of an old argos catalogue?
Would you like to work with a slightly off the wall fabulous ginger 24 year old young man and his equally mad but welcoming family and dedicated friendly care team?
Yes? Then we may have a job for you
This job requires you to shop 'til you drop and eat out at various food establishments. You should enjoy spending afternoons driving through the countryside on routes randomly chosen by a non-driver who expects you to drive through fields. You will need to be a secret exhibitionist who loves to enthusiastically countdown to 'blast off' in public spaces and you must love a ride on a train or a trip for fish and chips at the beach. Being able to make clicking noises with your tongue will be advantageous but training can be given. Also an advantage would be a talent to hold 10 windmills in one hand in front of a fan making sure they all go round at once.
PA/carer required to work within a private care team with a disabled adult young man in a friendly family home in Stonehouse (GL10). You should be a motivated, enthusiastic and positive individual to help support this young man reach his full potential.
Skillset required
* Must be able to count backwards
* Must have the patience of an extremely patient person
* You will need to be able to repeat activities over and over with enthusiasm
* The ability to encourage a sometimes reluctant sportsman in his PT sessions, occasionally doing the exercises for him; and be able to swim and trampoline
* Being able to work proactively within a team
* You must have good listening and communication skills
* You must enjoy long walks in the countryside and sitting on the floor playing
* You must be confident to work with other team members in a challenging behaviour environment
* You should be able to think on your feet and solve problems that inevitably occur when out and about on days out accompanying a wheelchair user
* You should be reliable, calm, friendly, unflappable and above all, you must be kind
This physically demanding role will require you to...
* Work within the team to provide the young man's daily personal care, which includes washing, toileting, dressing, administering medication and helping to eat
* Be able to manoeuvre a strong & sometimes uncooperative adult from bed to chair to bath to floor many times a day using hoisting and other equipment
* Work within the team to assist the young man with his daily routine, work related activities, learning, therapy & leisure activities including swimming and other sports, physio, sensory activities and travelling
* Help to provide exciting and interesting accessible activities for the young man so that he may continue to be fulfilled in learning and experiencing new things
* Be available on occasion for accompanying the young man on holidays, short breaks or long days out
* Encourage development of the young man's communication and facilitate his communication with others when required
* Work with the young man in a consistent manner to maintain his mental wellbeing, working alongside your colleagues to diffuse any challenging behaviour episodes
* Keep accurate records and documentation
* Implement all aspects of the young man's care plan
* Being proactive, making the daily tasks fun and promoting independence for the young man
* Working alongside other team members and family in a professional and supportive manner
* Maintain skillset and undertake relevant training when required
Qualifications/Experience:
* Excellent communication and listening skills with some experience of AAC device use essential; clear English speaking essential
* Care experience is essential
* Experience in supporting someone with mental health issues and challenging behaviour is essential
* Knowledge of safeguarding of adults is desirable
* Full clean driving license with the ability/confidence to drive a large wheelchair accessible vehicle essential (aged over 21 for purposes of vehicle insurance)
Hours Required:
Start date : ASAP, Interviews will be held in March / April
Shift requirements:
* Tuesdays & Wednesdays 3pm - 9pm
* Alternate Sundays 9am - 9pm
* Open shifts to cover leave available on an ad hoc basis (day time and sleep-ins, plus on call shifts)
Hourly rate: £17.04 weekdays, £19.85 weekends & bank holidays.
Sleeping night shift £93.07 per night, On-Call £60
Benefits of this role include
* Much laughter
* Working in a friendly, welcoming & relaxed environment, always 2:1
* Meals, drinks & snacks provided while on shift
* Use of indoor pool/gym before or after work subject to family use
* Opportunities for self-development
* All training provided
* Flexible working environment
* Enhanced sick pay/compassionate leave package after 6 months probation period
* Annual wage review
* Regular catch ups and reviews with Team Leader
* All statutory pay, holiday pay and NEST pension when eligible
Please note:
* All applicants invited for interview will need to provide 2 references and, if successful, will need an enhanced DBS disclosure.
* Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.
* Only CVs that HAVE NOT been gerenerated by AI will be accepted. Please answer all our questions and send CVs written in your own words.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £17.04-£19.85 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* On-site gym
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you have experience working with disabled people who have communication needs?
* Would you be able to pick up open shifts at short notice on occasion?
* Are you able to work every Saturday & Sunday 9am - 9pm; if not, what is your availability for weekends?
* Will you require sponsorship from us to work in this job? We are sorry but we cannot offer sponsorship.
Experience:
* Challenging behaviour support: 1 year (preferred)
* care/support worker/PA: 1 year (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person