About the Employer

I am mum to a teenage boy with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy and autism. My son is a friendly young man with a great sense of humour. He can walk short distances independently and he uses an attendant propelled wheelchair when outdoors. He can transfer with supervision in and out of a car and travel safely. My son requires supervision at mealtimes, and he needs assistance with pad changes, personal care, dressing, and medication. He mainly communicates using Makaton sign, a communication aid and he can use his voice to speak with support. The PA must be a driver and car owner with a large enough boot to transport my son’s wheelchair. My son likes watching football, going bowling, visiting places of interest in the community and he has a weekly swimming lesson. I am looking for a PA to support him to engage in leisure activities of his choice, and to work on life skills and promote independence in the community.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Mobility / Physical • Cognitive / Learning • Invisible

Cerebral Palsy and autism.

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Watching football• Bowling• Visiting places of interest.

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Other relevant information

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 the individual to take medication.
• 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.

Only candidates aged 18 or over should apply for this position as you will be required to administer medication.

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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.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous experience in childcare/special needs 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.
• Have a lively personality.