PA for gentleman with ASD in Aylsham £12.94 p/h, up to 13 hpw - NORWICH - NR11
Job Reference (82740ed5)
Job Description: Social care work opportunity for a Personal Assistant. Listed below are details of the job and what tasks are involved. It is advisable to refer to these when submitting your application and advise of the days/hours you are available.
A kind, patient, and enthusiastic individual is required to support a man with Autism, Asperger's and moderate to severe anxiety in leading an active and fulfilling life.
I enjoy a variety of outdoor and travel-based interests, such as train journeys, canoeing, go-karting, automatic motorcycles and paddle boarding. I also have an inspiring list of goals I would like to achieve, which includes learning to ride an automatic motorcycle, travelling to new places, skiing, going on a barge, camping and taking a hot air balloon ride. One of my longer-term goals is to build meaningful connections with others, and with the right support, I’d like to explore the possibility of finding a companion or partner in the future.
Your role will be to support me to become more independent and spread my wings. This will include assisting me to access the community, building confidence in social settings, and helping me pursue my interest and goals at my own pace.
Previous experience supporting adults with autism is desirable but not essential – a genuine, respectful attitude and a willingness to learn are more important.
If you are someone who values making a difference in another person’s life, and can offer patience, encouragement, and support, we would love to hear from you.
Location: Aylsham
Details:
· Supporting me to become more independent and spread my wings
· Providing one-to-one support in community settings
· Encouraging and enabling participation in chosen activities
· Offering calm, consistent emotional support during periods of anxiety
· Supporting me to realise my personal goals
Person specification
Essential:
· Patient, caring, reliable, trustworthy
· A good communicator with a calm and reassuring presence
· A willingness to learn
Desirable:
· Previous experience supporting adults with autism
Summary terms and conditions:
· The rate of pay for this position is £12.94 per hour
· Hours and times of work: up to 13 hours per week, preferably Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons
· The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work I would normally expect to be done during 5.6 consecutive weeks
· You will be reimbursed for any agreed expenses incurred as part of the role
Post is subject to the following:
· A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.
· Satisfactory references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer.
· Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 6 months.
· This position requires the employee to complete free annual training: GDPR, Health and Safety, First Aid, Risk Assessment, Autism, Food Hygiene, Medication Management.
Services
Meal Preparation
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Training
Essential PA Guide
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Food Hygiene
First Aid
Autism / Aspergers
Medical
Safe Administration of Medication
Schedule, Pay & Hours
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep