Personal Assistant required
Ref: WC1155
Location: Salisbury
Details
This role is to support a Man
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
Employed
Hours per week:
6-9 hours either weekly or fortnightly. However, the young man would prefer to start the role for a few hours a day for a few days over a few weeks. The days and time are negotiable during school holidays but will be 2.45pm - 5.15pm term time for three days a week.
Hourly pay rate:
£12.71 + mileage
Are you a caring, patient and reliable person looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference? We are looking for a Personal Assistant to support an 18-year-old young man with severe learning disabilities, autism, non-verbal communication, sensory difficulties and epilepsy.
He is a cheerful young man who enjoys a calm routine, watching short Peppa Pig clips, building with Duplo, reading books, going for drives and visiting local shops or pubs for short periods. While he can find change and meeting new people challenging, he responds well to consistent, patient support.
The role involves helping him access activities he enjoys, providing companionship and supporting him with personal care. He is doubly incontinent and wears continence pads, so you will need to provide personal care with dignity and respect.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a kind, understanding nature who is committed to providing person-centred support and helping a young man enjoy a happy, fulfilling life.
Duties include:
- Personal care
Candidate qualities:
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
