Pa for a Gentleman

**I am an autistic male who requires a Personal Assistant to help cover 7 hours per week, on a Thursday.
I would like support with accessing the community, some of which include : going to the allotment, shops/cafes, BASS - drop in, relationship course, pub group, disco group.
Experience in similar role would be advantageous, although not essential.

**Duties include**;
- Support interacting and making friends
- Accessing learning opportunities within the community
- Support to understand the potential risk whilst accessing the community e.g. road safety
- Support to manage my anxiety and associated behaviours within the community

**Qualities**:

- Outgoing & talkative friendly person
- Must be reliable & Punctual.
- Willing to undertake training as required.
- Reliable
- Full Driving Licence Car Driver/Owner essential

**Hours & Pay**:

- 7 hours every Thursday
- £9.50/hour

**Other Responsibilities**:
**Punctuality**:

- Arrive at the scheduled time, ready to start work. Let me know if you are going to be more than 10 minutes late.

**Confidentiality**:

- I will need you to respect my privacy. Many problems can arise from casual conversation about the care and assistance that you give. Maintain a professional approach at all times.

**Good Attitude**:

- Appreciate the strains and stresses involved for me and the effect this can have on the acceptance of your help. You should respect the possessions and equipment in my home. Use of the telephone, heating, television, radio etc. are at my discretion.

**Training**:

- Training will be available in certain key areas. You should be prepared to attend any relevant training sessions, read any training literature provided and follow procedures.

**Other**:

- DBS will be required and checked

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Services**
- Domestic Care
- Social + Leisure activities
- Support to remain independent

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