PA Wanted to a Support Young Adult (Weekend days / college holiday days Initially)
Ref: DP7122
Location: East Grinstead
Details
This role is to support a Man
Drivers licence required: Preferred
Employment status:
Employed or Self-employed
Hours per week:
Ad hoc hours (TBD)Potential for ongoing overnights (in own home) depending on suitability and availability – if viable this can be discussed, but it is not essential at this stage
Hourly pay rate:
£15 per hour
We are looking for a caring, patient and reliable Personal Assistant to support our 19-year-old son when he is not attending college. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys helping others, building trust and making a positive difference to a young person’s day.
He has autism, global developmental delay and high sensory needs. He is a wheelchair user and requires 1:1 support throughout the day to help him stay safe, calm, regulated and engaged. He enjoys getting out and about and taking part in activities, so we are looking for someone who can support him to have enjoyable and meaningful experiences both at home and in the community.
The role will include supporting with activities, managing transitions and helping him remain calm when he becomes overwhelmed. You will also provide support with personal care, including eating and drinking, as he is unable to feed himself. He has a gastrostomy for fluids and occasional top-up feeds, and full training and guidance can be provided.
Community outings may involve using our wheelchair-accessible Ford Transit Custom, although driving is not essential. Activities could include local outings, train trips from East Grinstead or other activities that do not require a car. He can assist with standing transfers when needed.
We are looking for someone who is warm, dependable, patient and genuinely caring. Experience with autism, developmental disabilities, sensory needs or personal care would be beneficial, but the right attitude and willingness to learn are just as important.
You will work closely with us as parents to ensure a consistent and supportive approach. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a young person’s life, we would love to hear from you.
Duties include:
Candidate qualities:
- Ppatient, calm and responsive
- Comfortable supporting a young person with additional needs
- Has experience in care/support roles
- Willing to learn and follow guidance around his needs
- Reliable and able to build a trusting relationship with him
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
