About the Employer

I am mum to a young boy with autism. We are looking for a PA to work either on a Saturday or a Sunday and to take our son out to give my husband and I a break from our caring role. My son wears nappies so personal care duties will be required, and while he can walk and run very fast, he sometimes needs to go out in his pram if an area is busy. He has no awareness of danger so will need to be closely monitored by the PA who is supporting him. Experience working with autism and children with special needs is essential. Relevant health and social care qualifications in childcare and first aid are desirable.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Cognitive / Learning • Invisible

Autism

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Beamish museum• Walking, the outdoors and going to the beach. • Soft play.

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Other relevant information

• The individual keeps pets in the home.2 dogs..

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.
• 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).

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.
• Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
• 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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First Aid. PA must already hold relevant qualification.