Female Personal Assistant / Driver Required
Location: Ayr
Hours: 48 hours per month
1 weekday shift per week, 2 Sundays per month
Rate of Pay: £13.45 per hour
We are looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Female Personal Assistant/Driver to support a young girl with additional support needs in her local community.
The young girl is non-verbal and enjoys a variety of activities including listening to music (especially ABBA), going for walks, watching videos, going out for lunch, and attending clubs and social activities.
Duties will include
- Providing support to access community activities and social opportunities
- Driving and accompanying her to clubs, appointments and outings
- Assisting with eating and drinking
- Supporting with toileting and personal care
- Providing reassurance, encouragement and companionship
- Ensuring her safety and wellbeing at all times
Essential requirements
- Female applicant (Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 due to personal care needs)
- Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle
- Reliable, patient and compassionate approach
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and follow support plans
Training
Full training will be provided, including Moving and Assisting training and any other training required to support the young girl’s needs.
We are looking for someone who
- Enjoys supporting people to live fulfilling lives
- Is caring, dependable and motivated
- Can build a positive and trusting relationship over time
- Has a genuine interest in supporting young people with additional needs
- Experience is welcomed but not essential, as the right attitude and willingness to learn are most important
There is a 6 month probationary period attached to this post, as well as the successful applicant requiring to undergo a new or updating of their PVG disclosure, paid by the employer, as well as providing 2 up to date references contacts.
Job Reference – 01/Ayr/ME or contact Victoria 07562074610
