Personal Care Assistant

3 weeks ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom UKCIL Full time

**Young lady in Ponteland area with cerebral palsy requires support workers for 10hrs per week. Client is non verbal, but is able to express, make choices etc using various non verbal communication.
This includes facial expressions, vocalisation, symbol book and electronic communication aid ( VOCA). We would love someone with Total Communication skills.
5hrs to be provided on two days per week - days can be flexible for the right person and weekend/evening working is not required.
Ideal times would be 10am - 3pm but again can be flexible.
Experience/knowledge preferred of working with clients with cerebral palsy. Driver preferred but not essential.
Drivers will be allowed use of adapted vehicle.
Hours of work: 10hrs per week Rates of Pay: £15.04 per hour Location: Ponteland area
**Main Duties**: This role will evolve over time as client and worker get to know each other and learn to communicate with each other and feel comfortable. Initially we are looking for like-minded workers who enjoy being creative, baking, arts, crafts. The ideal person is someone who can show initiative and make activities interesting and engaging and come up with new things each week.
Someone who is understanding of limitations but also willing to encourage and reassure. Long term, we would be looking for the worker to support the young lady, who is a full time wheelchair user, to access the community and places of interest.

This will only be considered once a relationship has been built up and full training will be provided.
**Personal specification**: Creative and must enjoy baking and arts and crafts Honest, reliable and caring nature. Punctual and trustworthy Respect confidentiality Be able to show Initiative Encouraging and Reassuring

**Training**:Where it is required, such as in Health and Safety matters, practical training and guidance will be arranged and the care worker will be expected to attend.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Services**
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Care
- Social + Leisure activities
- Support to remain independent

**Training**
- Essential PA Guide
- Safeguarding Adults/Children
- Moving & Handling
- Food Hygiene
- First Aid
- Hand hygiene

**Transportation**
- Full UK driving license
- Own personal car
- Can drive a motability equipped car


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