About the Employer

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable person to support our bright and bubbly young daughter. She loves people, enjoys being involved in activities, and has a fantastic sense of fun. She is a very sociable little girl who loves interacting with those around her and thrives when she is busy and engaged.

Our daughter uses a wheelchair for mobility. While she can propel herself independently, she may need support when travelling longer distances or when she becomes tired. She also moves around by bum shuffling and is incredibly speedy when doing so.

She communicates through vocalisations, some words, gestures, simple Makaton, and symbols. She enjoys connecting with others and is always keen to take part in activities and social interactions.

Personal care is part of the role, as she wears pads and requires support with changing, so we are looking for someone who is comfortable providing this assistance in a respectful and dignified manner.

Our daughter has dysphagia, meaning many of her foods need to be adapted. Despite this, she certainly enjoys her favourite treats, including cake, Pom-Bears, and ice cream.

Some of her favourite things include books, toys, spending time with others, and participating in activities. She is a lively young girl who loves to stay busy and make the most of every day.

We are looking for someone who is patient, energetic, dependable, and passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential. The ideal person will be able to build a positive relationship with our daughter, encourage her independence, and help her enjoy a variety of fun and meaningful experiences.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Mobility / Physical

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Books • Toys • Activities

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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 to get to and from school/work/college/social activities.
• 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).

Transport Requirement

Full driving licence is essential as the role requires you to drive the employer’s vehicle (employer to check age requirement with car insurance provider).

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 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.

Required Training

Successful candidates are required to undertake any training that is considered necessary and appropriate to the role.

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Moving and Handling. Training will be provided by the employer.