Personal Assistant – BL1
£12.60 per hour working with a young male client.
78 hours available for the year
5.6 weeks (pro rata) paid holiday per year.
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We require a motivated and friendly individual to assist a young male client within the Bolton area. The client is Autistic and has limited speech, meaning he uses other ways such as Makaton, sign along and gestures to communicate.
This role is for 6 hours a week during the school holidays, making it perfect for someone who works term time. These hours will be flexible and discussed further with the employer.
Main duties:
· To support the client to access the community including to play centres, trampolining parks, bowling and to the farm
· Ensure the client is safe when out in the community
· To support the client with personal care
· To create a trusting relationship with the client
Desired skills and attributes:
· Awareness of Autism is essential
· A reliable, honest, patient and caring individual who is non-judgemental and can create fun
· Someone who can build a good relationship with the client
· Someone who can use Makaton/sign language is preferred
· Training in moving and handing is preferred but not essential
· Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is required. Fuel payments will be discussed with the employer
The successful candidate will have access to government funded online and in person training which will help with personal and professional development.
A DBS check can be completed and paid for by the employer.
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Disability Positive Ref: BB080CPCV
This position is not open for sponsorship of overseas workers as Disability Positive works on behalf of individuals and are not the employer or an agen
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to £12.60 per hour
Expected hours: 6 per week
Work Location: In person