About the Employer

I am a friendly young man who thrives on routine and structure. I find change difficult and can become distressed if supported by unfamiliar people. Building a trusting, consistent relationship is essential, I would need to know in advance who will be supporting me on specific days. I currently attend Mencap on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, with staff in the process of completing insulin administration training. Once fully trained, I hope to attend an additional session, possibly on Fridays, without family support. 

 

 I am looking for a reliable, patient and compassionate Personal Assistant to join my team who support me full-time as I require 1:1 support to ensure my safety and wellbeing.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Cognitive / Learning

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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 to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors.
• 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.

Supporting me to access the community and activities safely. Recognising how exercise, anxiety, illness and weather can impact blood sugar levels. Providing reassurance, consistency and emotional support. Work closely with my family and professionals>

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.

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 follow instructions accurately.
• 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.
• Previous caring experience 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.


The role involves supporting me with: Monitoring blood glucose levels using a Freestyle Libre Continuous Glucose Monitor. Supporting and supervising insulin administration (training will be provided). Ensuring I eat regular meals at set times.