About the Employer

To support a young male with a diagnosis of autism and severe learning disabilities, he loves to go to play areas – although he can be a bit wobbly as he has low muscle tone and is super flexible joints so needs help accessing some items of equipment. He loves going out to town and cafes! He cant walk too far otherwise his legs get very tired, I have a pushchair for say woodland walks, or more outdoorsy places with good footpaths, and am still waiting for a wheelchair for which he has been assessed. He is generally a very happy boy, non verbal, uses communication IPAD. He has epilepsy, and I have rescue meds if needed, so far his medication is keeping things under control. Successful person may need training on his rescue meds. Weekends are likely to be the preferred times days although open to discussion regards the hours to be worked. Must hold a clean driving license.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Mobility / Physical

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Going to the park• Going into town and to cafe's

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Other relevant information

• The individual keeps pets in the home.Family dog.

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 take medication.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.

Only candidates aged 18 or over should apply for this position as you will be required to administer medication.

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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).

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

Required Training

Successful candidates are required to undertake any training that is considered necessary and appropriate to the role.

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Epilepsy. Training will be provided by the employer.