PA Required for 17-Year-Old Young Man in Horsham

Ref: CZ9180

Location: Horsham

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Details

This role is to support a Child

Drivers licence required: Preferred

Own vehicle needed: Yes

Employment status:

Employed or Self-employed

Hours per week:

Saturday or Sunday: 4 Hours per Week or 8 hours twice a week

Hourly pay rate:

to be discussd

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We are looking for a kind, patient and reliable Personal Assistant to support our cheerful 17-year-old son, who has cerebral palsy, autism and learning disabilities.

He is able to walk independently and has a happy personality. He enjoys swimming and would benefit from having someone to spend time with him, enjoy activities together and support him in accessing the community safely.

Due to limited awareness of danger, he requires continuous one-to-one supervision, particularly when out and about.

Duties include:

Other relevant duties as required
Companionship

* Provide companionship and supervision at home
* Accompany him on outings and leisure activities, especially swimming
* Support him to enjoy activities safely and positively
* Help him access the community and participate in activities he enjoys

Candidate qualities:

Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
Hygienic, tidy and well organised
Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
Honest and cheerful
Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard

Additional requirements

Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours

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. If the role is offered on a self-employed basis, you will be responsible for the cost of your own DBS check.

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.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

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