Personal Assistant/support Worker

4 months ago


Hitchin, United Kingdom Purple Full time

**Personal Assistant/Support Worker (EQUALITY ACT 2010 SCHEDULE 9, PART 1 APPLIES)**

**Job ref: SK/LG**

**About me**:
Male of 40 Years of age, with Down Syndrome, type 1 insulin-controlled diabetes, epilepsy, and celiac disease. The individual has a fun and outgoing personality but can be difficult to manage at rare times.

**Hours and rate of pay**

12 -16 hours a week (days will be confirmed/can vary within the week)

**Location**:
Location is home based, in and around Hitchin/Letchworth/Stevenage area, taking the client out and about is required.

**DBS/Checks**:
Confirmation of DBS check and if there is a trace (to trigger a risk assessment).

Right to Work and references will be needed.

**Training**

Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required, the mandatory training requirements are as follows:

- Mandatory training for Personal Assistants (Adults)_
- Safeguarding Adults
- Introduction to first aid
- Health and Safety

**What you would be doing**

Provide daily care and support for the individual, including assistance with lunch meals, and medication management (insulin only for lunchtime), following a gluten-free diet

Engage the individual in activities and exercises to promote physical and mental well-being.

Monitor the individual's health and provide support for managing diabetes, will be provided training on this, it’s a very simple process.

Provide transportation for appointments and outings as needed.

Communicate effectively with the individual's family and healthcare providers, and managing difficult behaviours.

**The person I would like**

Having the following is preferable;
Knowledge of celiac disease, type 1 insulin-controlled diabetes.

A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate and patient approach to care

Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.

**Job Type**: Part-time
Part-time hours: 16 per week

**Salary**: £11.00-£12.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexitime

Day range:

- Monday to Friday

Shift:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SK/LG



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