Personal Assistant - Sunderland, United Kingdom - Penderels Trust

Penderels Trust

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Sunderland, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Reference:
SUN15168JK1

About the Employer
I am mum to a boy with a severe learning disability who is non-verbal and who has challenging behaviour. He is peg fed and he will also need assistance with personal care. He needs 2-1 support and needs to be watched constantly as he is a very fast runner. I am looking for two PAs to give me a break from my caring role.

Employer Disability and Health Conditions:

Cognitive / Learning
Invisible

The employer's hobbies and interests:

Going to the park. Swimming
Soft play and ball pools
Playing on iPad

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 the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
Promote and encourage friendships and independence.

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.

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 work as part of a team.
Be patient, supportive and caring.
Be empathetic.
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.

Required Training
Peg Feed. Training will be provided by the employer.

When you are Required
Hours per week: 2 x PAs - 8 hours per week each.

Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.

Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent

Part-time hours: 8 per week

Salary:
£11.30 per hour

Benefits: