Personal Care Assistant

Job Reference SUN14693MB3 - Sunderland

About the Employer

Weekends flexible The sessions can be delivered flexibly, times and sessions to be arranged week by week between employer and employee and can be more flexible during school holidays Can be discussed at interview I am both the mother and employer to my teenage son. We are seeking a PA to provide weekly companionship and support to encourage and allow him to access activities within the local community and support him in engaging in new experiences and building a social network outside of the family home.

The role is to befriend and assist him in developing his life skills, which in turn will promote his independence, confidence and self esteem. My son is diagnosed with severe learning difficulties and has become very isolated, spending most of his time in his room at home. He enjoys gaming and is generally quite shy in nature, however once he has developed a trusting relationship, he can be quite chatty and engaged with people close to him.

To support my son in developing his life and social skills i.e: danger awareness, using public transport, understanding money To be proactive in identifying suitable activities and venues and be willing to get involved in his choices The role is to befriend and offer companionship to my son with a view to extending his support networks

To promote and enable my son with independence and the opportunity of time with someone other than a family member My son enjoys most things associated to his age, such as going to the cinema, bowling and would welcome someone to engage and join him in accessing a gym.

Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Cognitive / Learning

• Invisible

Other conditions include: My son is extremely isolated and he will require support from a PA to access outings due to his learning disability and vulnerability

The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Cinema/Bowling

• Outdoor pursuits

• Going to the gym

Other relevant information

Please note the Employer has a pet dog.

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.

• Support with managing paperwork & correspondence .

• Other Duties include:

Accessing activities such as using a gym, going bowling, going to the cinema and generally being outdoors

Encouraging my son to try new things and help him engage in friendships with his peers wherever possible

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).

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.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.

Other skills include: Someone with a bubbly personality and ability to communicate effectively. I require someone who is committed and motivated in wanting to make a difference and improving outcomes for my son

When you are Required

Specific days/times required:

• Monday,

• Tuesday,

• Wednesday,

• Thursday,

• Friday,

• Saturday,

• Sunday,

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:

• Flexitime

Schedule:

• Every weekend
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/06/2023
Reference ID: SUN14693MB3