Personal Care Assistants/befrienders for a Young

1 month ago


Barnard Castle, United Kingdom UKCIL Full time

**Personal Care Assistants/Befrienders for a young man in Barnard Castle area £11.50 p/h**:
Personal Assistants / befrienders / enablers required to support and motivate a young man who has Down’s Syndrome & Autism.
Do you want to work in a job which gives different challenges every day, gives you job satisfaction and a feel-good factor of helping?

**Location**:

- He lives in the Barnard Castle area but travels widely to access daytime activities

**Hours/Wages**:
We are looking for Support Workers to join a team to work a minimum 12 hours initially and spread over 2 shifts a week. Average shift, day 9am to 5pm or evenings 5pm until 10pm. Times and days are negotiable but may involve occasional weekends, evenings and sleepovers to cover for holidays and sickness. Further hours/shifts may be available in the future.

**Rate of pay**: £11.50 per hour, with holiday pay and mileage allowance.

**Duties**:
We are looking for friendly people who have energy, resourcefulness and an understanding of Autism. The role is of companionship and support to enable a young man to do some of the things he enjoys - swimming, walking, cycling, music, art & drama workshops, Theatre, films, disco parties and visiting cafes. Support includes meal preparation, domestic care, personal care, administering medication and generally keeping him safe.

**Additional Qualities/Information**:
A confident driver with own car is absolutely essential.
Experience of Autism and Learning Disability is essential
Ability to work with the established team, and adopt established practices and routines.
Successful applicants are required to have an enhanced DBS check and the cost will be met by employer.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Services**
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Care
- Domestic Care
- Social + Leisure activities

**Training**
- Understanding challenging behaviour
- Food Hygiene
- Hand hygiene
- Autism / Aspergers

**Transportation**
- Full UK driving license
- Own personal car

**Medical**
- Safe Administration of Medication


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