About the Employer

I am the employer and mother to my daughter who has a diagnosis of severe learning difficulties and has a Chromosome deletion disorder. My daughter is sociable and very friendly, she is very trusting of others and is extremely vulnerable, so she will require close supervision. She has a sweet and warm nature and enjoys most things associated to her age and ability. She enjoys eating out, swimming and particularly likes the company of adults. She can show signs of physical aggression when she becomes frustrated or is told no or unable to have her own way, so she will require someone who is firm, friendly and confident in dealing with unwanted behaviours. Due to my daughters age, we will be looking for a PA who can provide 1 overnight stay per month allowing us to have a break from our caring role and allow her some independence and time away from the family home. It would be beneficial for a Pa to work with her on life skills and provide care and support whilst away from the family home. She will require prompt and times support with personal care when in the care of her PA The PA would provide care and support for the overnight provision within their own home and as such, the successful candidate would require any household members (eligible) to be enhanced DBS which would be completed and funded directly by the Local Authority

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Cognitive / Learning • Mental Health • Invisible

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Swimming• Eating out/socialising with others

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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 with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
• 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.

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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).

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.
• 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 experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.