Responsibilities
* Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
* Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities.
* 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.
* Take client to after school club on a Tuesday and to a leisure activity on a Sunday.
* PA must drive and have access to a car; transport by car required with business insurance.
* A nappy change might be required while out.
* The individual’s needs may vary from day to day and tasks may reflect this. You may be required to perform other duties as reasonably required. You have a responsibility to report accidents to the employer immediately and to report defects or hazards. You must ensure the safety of the individual at all times. This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs covered).
* Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
* Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibition of the use of social media in relation to the job role.
* To be able to work on own initiative.
* To be able to follow instructions accurately.
* Be patient, supportive and caring.
* Be empathetic.
* Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
* Epilepsy: PA must already hold a relevant qualification.
Details
Hours and schedule: Term time 6 hours per week; Holidays 8 hours per week. Specific days/times are Tuesday after school (3 hours) and Sunday (3 hours); hours in school holidays total 8 hours per week. Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.
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