About the Employer

I am both the employer and father to my 9-year-old daughter who has been allocated PA support provision via direct payment.  My daughter is registered as Deaf. My daughter will require a PA who is trained at a minimum of Level 2 BSL to aid in communication when providing her care and support. I am seeking a PA to provide my daughter with 1-1 support to access social activities within the community, encourage and develop her socialisation and independence. My daughter loves the outdoors, She enjoys being active and has a passion for football. She likes swimming, trampoline parks, going to the beach, playing in parks climbing walls and general outdoor pursuits. She enjoys travelling by bus, the metro and car rides, so someone with access to their own vehicle would be desirable, however, this would not be a requirement for the role. Due to my daughters hearing impairment she will always require supervision. . My daughter is typical of all children her age and enjoys most activities that are physical and outdoors. The successful personal assistant will support my daughter in accessing activities and experiences in the local community. You will support him in developing her social skills and help build her confidence. The role is to befriend and offer companionship with a view to extending her support network My daughters needs may vary from day to day, and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Hearing

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Other relevant information

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.

Level 2 BSL ESSENTIAL>

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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 preferred but not essential.

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 caring experience 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.