Interested in working in social care? Read on to find out how you can get involved. To apply, follow the link provided and fill out an application form or forward your CV to parecruitment@penderelstrust.org.uk (Please include the job reference number: LIN17249AC2 to your email if submitting via email) About the Employer My name is Paul, I'm 59 years old, I have Down syndrome, Alzheimer’s and slowing mobility and I need a personal assistant to join my small team of carers. Employer Disability and Health Conditions: • Mobility / Physical • Cognitive / Learning • Down syndrome, Alzheimer’s and slowing mobility. The employer's hobbies and interests: • Bowling • Playing pool • Crafting Other relevant information: • The individual keeps pets in the home.1 dog in home. About the Role Duties and Responsibilities: • Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed. • Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks. • Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication. • Assist with household chores and general homemaking. • Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors. • Support with food shopping. • 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. • Support with managing paperwork & correspondence. • Support with gardening. Only candidates over the legal age should apply for this position as you will be required to administer medication. The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required. You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times. Transport Requirement: Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance. Required Skills: • Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual. • Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role. • To be able to work on own initiative. • Be patient, supportive and caring. • Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support. • Be empathetic. • Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals. • Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis. • Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable. • Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved. • Have a lively personality. • Not take themselves to seriously. Gentleman lives within a busy family home will need assistance to access family life and events. When you are Required: Hours per week: Full time or part time hours available. Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.