Flexible Support for Teenager with Complex Needs, Norwich NR5. 20hrs monthly @£13.00 p/hr - Norwich - NR5
Job Reference (414da581)
Job description
Listed below are details of the purpose and general tasks of the job to provide some insight of what is involved. It is advisable to refer to this when submitting your application for the post.
Job Purpose
To provide flexible support for Boy with complex needs
Location
Norwich, NR5
Job Details
We are seeking a personal assistant to support a 15 year old boy who has multiple health/mobility issues, to give his family some respite. He is non-verbal but loves trains. His PA needs to be able to assist with feeding and personal care (changing pads), and will use a hoist for transfers. Some experience with epilepsy would be an advantage.
Required Characteristics
· Flexible and reliable
· Experience with young people
· Knowledge/experience with Epilepsy
· Able to use Hoist (Training can be organised)
· Driver with own car and relevant class of business insurance an advantage but not essential as we have a mobility car.
Summary terms and conditions
· The rate of pay for this position is £13.00 per hour
· Hours of work: Up to 20 hrs monthly, evenings weekends and school holidays. Flexible, to discuss at interview stage.
· 5.6 weeks per year pro-rata paid leave, inclusive of bank holidays
· Free Careskills training
The post is subject to the following:
· A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.
Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 6 months
Services
Personal Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Training
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Moving & Handling
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Can drive a motability equipped car
Medical
Continence Care
Epilepsy Awareness
Schedule, Pay & Hours
Time
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Sun
ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep