About the Employer

I am father to a 20 year old son with complex autism. He has limited verbal communication but has used PECS effectively in a school setting. My son enjoys being out in the community, and I am looking for a PA to support him at weekends during term time, and twice per week during holiday times. This is to engage in social activities such as swimming, travelling on the bus, going for walks and to have some food in Hetton centre. A carer pass is available for bus travel.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Cognitive / Learning • Invisible

Complex autism and limited verbal communication.

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Swimming • Walking and going on bus rides. • Going out for food in the local area.

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Other relevant information

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.

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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.
• 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.