Overview
Introduction: I am a 35-year-old man with a learning disability and a metabolic disease. I have an incredible memory; I can remember the names of film stars and special dates; I am interested in a host of activities such as using a jacuzzi, motor bikes and quad bikes. I love listening to Westlife; I am an enthusiastic fan of the group. I also enjoy watching theatre shows and attending the circus. I visit Butlins a few times a year and other local holiday places, I would like assistance with this, plus other activities that will help me to develop life skills. I have an annual pass to Longleat and like to visit at least one a month.
Duties
* Shopping
* Meal preparation and support to maintain a healthy diet and weight.
* Encouragement to shower and wear clean clothes.
* Support to maintain a clean environment- support and prompts to make my bed.
* Prompt to take medication and support to attend medical appointments.
* Support with correspondence and aid to oversee finances.
* Assistance with making and maintaining friendships.
* Support to carry out activities in the local area and further afield.
* Someone to talk to about how I am feeling and any worries I have.
Hours
A minimum of 10 hours per week. Work generally between 9-5 but at times evenings/weekends for example if a show is at the theatre. Butlins holidays 2/3 times a year for 5 days each time.
Rate
£12.21 per hour
Essential Requirements
* A non-smoker or smoking in my presence.
* Car driver.
* Supportive, good at prompting and where needed challenging undesirable behaviours and actions. Provide guidance where needed. Actively listen and have my best interest in view. Patient and understanding. Good sense of humour.
* Clear DBS; comply with a DBS check, this is to be carried out at the employer's request.
Desired Requirements
* Experience supporting someone with autism.
* To support to give independence, learn life skills and new life experiences, activities.
To Apply
PLEASE INCLUDE JOB REF MS/BC IN APPLICATION
To apply for this post, please submit your CV to the following: recruitmentdp@enhamtrust.org.uk
As part of our Information Advice and Guidance Service, Enham Trust supports disabled people to employ their own staff. This vacancy is not a role within Enham Trust but an excellent opportunity to work directly for one of our customers. A right to work check will be undertaken before any offer of employment. All vacancies may be subject to a DBS (formally CRB) check.
This post complies with section 7 (2) (b) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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