About the Employer

Support needed for a lady who is 72, with an IQ measured at 38 – so like a three-year old. Her condition is called microcephalis, which means that her brain didn’t grow, due to rubella. As well as her learning difficulty she is blind in one eye, and needs two hearing aids. She has a speech impediment, but most people get used to the way she talks. That said she is lively, very well socialised, generous and funny. Her last PA was with us for eight years – they became very good friends. We have recently moved to Leamington, and needs encouragement to engage in a range of activities. On her own she gets sluggish and depressed. Currently she only attends two two-hour music sessions at Netherfields, but she is always more animated when she gets back. More of this is needed. We need someone prepared to befriend her, introduce her gradually to the activities available, do jigsaws with her at home, take her shopping, take her for walks, maybe do some cooking with her at home. Really, the role is that of a companion. There is no personal care required, we see to all of that at home.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Hearing • Cognitive / Learning

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Jigsaws and board games• Shopping• Dogs

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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.

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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.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.