Personal Assistant

4 weeks ago

Matlock, United Kingdom Penderels Trust Full time
About the Employer

I am looking for a PA to support my young son to access social activities in the community eg a day at the seaside, a visit to a theme park or zoo or just a walk to the park and lunch. He has a rare genetic condition, which causes global development delay. He uses Makaton and a communication book and can say a few words. He enjoys going out and about and loves animals. This support is required in the school holidays, generally 12 hours per week. Monday and Friday are the preferred days, but these are flexible and can be discussed further at interview. It is essential to have a full driving licence for this role.


Employer Disability and Health Conditions • Mobility / Physical• Cognitive / Learning

Genetic condition causing global development delay.

The employer's hobbies and interests: • Animals and visits to farms• Swimming• Shopping

Other relevant information • Someone in the household is a smoker.• The individual keeps pets in the rabbit and on occasions a Golden Retriever dog - Both very friendly. About the Role Duties and Responsibilities • Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
• Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, hospital/doctors.
• Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities.
• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.

Supervision when eating and maintaining personal safety eg road safety.>

The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).
Transport Requirement Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.

Required Skills • Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to work on own initiative.
• To work as part of a team.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is essential.
• Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
• Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.

Should be able to communicate using Makaton

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