About the Employer

This position is to support a sweet natured, easy going and happy boy. He has a diagnosis of Dravet Syndrome and can communicate his needs verbally; he uses a small wheelchair when out in the community as he can become tired easily. On weekends and in school holidays he enjoys going out in the car, visiting shops, museums and parks.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Cognitive / Learning

Dravet Syndrome (Epilepsy & Autism)

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Visiting the park, museums and shops• Printing and laminating pictures• Watching cartoons

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Other relevant information

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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

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.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.