About the Employer
Personal assistant wanted to assist a girl with autism, learning difficulties and limited communication, with going out, walking and accessing the community. Ability to swim preferred. Car driver and car owner required. Will be working with another PA at all times.
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Employer Disability and Health Conditions
• Cognitive / Learning
Autism and learning difficulties, limited communication
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The employer's hobbies and interests:
• Playing outside• Cycling• Swimming
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Other relevant information
About the Role
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Duties and Responsibilities
• 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.
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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.
Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).
Transport Requirement
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Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.
Required Skills
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• 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 follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is essential.
• 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.