PA/carer

Ref: DP6143

Location: Chichester

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Details

This role is to support a Child

Drivers licence required: Yes

Own vehicle needed: Yes

Employment status:

employed

Hours per week:

Mainly after school 3:15pm to 6:15pm 3 hours a day

Hourly pay rate:

£14 an hour

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I am currently seeking a caring and enthusiastic Personal Assistant (P.A.) to support my wonderful 13-year-old son, who has autism and ADHD. He is non-verbal, although he can say a few words, and communicates effectively in his own unique way. He absolutely thrives on engaging activities and outings.

One of his absolute favourite pastimes is swimming, and he also has a special love for Paultons Park, where he enjoys spending time exploring and having fun. He is a very happy and joyful child, and the right P.A. will need to match his energy and share in his excitement for these activities.

I am looking for a P.A. who can assist after school from 3:15 pm to 6:15 pm, offering consistent care for three hours a week. In addition to this regular schedule, there will be opportunities for additional hours during school half-terms and the summer holidays to help make these times as enjoyable and fulfilling as possible for him.

Flexibility is key, so I would love to hear about your availability throughout the week, as we can adjust the schedule to find a routine that works best for everyone involved.

If you are passionate about working with children, especially those with special needs, and are interested in making a positive difference in a young boy’s life, I would be delighted to hear from you!

Duties include:

Medication prompting/administering
Other relevant duties as required
Dressing / undressing
Bathroom assistance

Candidate qualities:

Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
Reliable with good timekeeping
Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
Hygienic, tidy and well organised
Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
Honest and cheerful
Creative
Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

Someone who is reliable, kind, caring and patient.
Know of autism/worked with children.

Additional requirements

Non-smoker due to medical reasons, Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours, Vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission

Notes:

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9