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About the Employer
I am mum to a teenage boy with autism and a learning disability. He is relaxed, easy going, and has a good sense of humour. I am looking for a PA to support my son to enjoy leisure activities within the local area, and to promote confidence and independence. My son has no road awareness so the PA will need to be vigilant and closely monitor him while out and about. A driver and car owner is essential as there may be some evening activities.
Employer Disability and Health Conditions
• Cognitive / Learning • Invisible
Autism and a learning disability.
The employer's hobbies and interests:
• Football, bowling and mini golf. • Playstation, gaming and watching YouTube.• Leisure activities at Grace House.
About the Role
Duties and Responsibilities
• 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.
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.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
• Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis.
• Have a lively personality.
When you are Required
Hours per week: 8
Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.