Social Support Assistant
Ref: DP933
Location: Shoreham-by-Sea
Details
I am looking for personal care for a Woman
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Hours per week:
Every other weekend 10am-3pm but can be flexible
Hourly pay rate:
£14.00 per hour plus expenses
I am an autistic 29 year old lady with learning difficulties living in Shoreham by Sea. I would like to meet a kind & caring companion to take me on outings such as zoos, walking, countryside days out and experiencing life in general. I have a fear of barking dogs, I have many hobbies including art & crafts. I don’t have any personal care needs or challenging behaviour. Free autism training can be arranged if required. Hours are every other weekend 10-3 but can be flexible.
Duties include:
- Accompany employer when accessing social and leisure activities e.g. Country walks, playing tennis, badminton, cinema and swimming.
- Finding fun arts and crafts activities we can do
- Helping me access activities at the weekends.
- The above will involve driving me in your car
Candidate qualities:
- Experience and knowledge of autism is beneficial, but training can be offered if needed
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 employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives. Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued employment contracts.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9