About the Employer

Francis has Fragile X syndrome, autism and a learning disability. He does not communicate verbally- instead relying on hand gestures and pointing to let someone know if he wants something, and other people who know him well to anticipate his needs. Francis requires 1:1 supervision at all times, which at the moment is provided by his mother. Francis would appreciate a PA to provide 1:1 support to enable his mother to take a break and to support Francis to leave the house safely. Francis can engage in self-injurious behaviour (biting his wrists, slapping or hitting his head and face) when upset or frustrated, and he may hit out at others for the same reason, however these episodes are becoming less frequent as he is settling in with his family. Francis requires support with managing continence, personal care, meals, snacks and drinks and managing his mood. Francis loves playing with certain toys and taking the lids on and off tubs, spinning tubs and tins and watching videos on his computer. He likes others to take part in this. Francis loves having people around him, although could become overstimulated by too much noise, but likes looking at people, directing them to sit next to him, and having them engage with his toys. AGREED OUTCOMES

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Cognitive / Learning

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• loves being on-line at all times • spinning toys /throwing a ball

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Other relevant information

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 with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
• Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication.
• Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors.
• 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 work as part of a team.
• 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.
• Previous caring experience is essential.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.

Required Training

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

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Moving and Handling. Training will be provided by the employer.