Young boy in Norwich seeking PA for 4 hours per week @ £11 per hour - Norwich - NR5
Job Reference (47362638)
Job Purpose:
I am a young boy with a neurological disorder, ADHD and Epilepsy. I am seeking a Personal Assistant to accompany me outside of the home for social and leisure activities such as bowling, swimming, going to the zoo and park.
I require someone who can work for 4 hours per week, either on a Saturday or Sunday, the exact day and times of which are negotiable at interview.
Due to my ADHD I can struggle with emotional regulation and can sometimes have meltdowns, as such someone with experience of working with children who have additional needs would be ideal. I will also require someone who can remind and prompt me to use the bathroom and accompany me when I go.
I am an active and outgoing young boy who loves to join in. I tend to bring people out of their shells and enjoy activities such as playing ball games, riding my bike and playing on the trampoline.
Location: Norwich
Details:
- Accompany me outside of the home for social and leisure activities.
- Being aware of my safety when out in the community.
- Prompt me to go to the bathroom and accompany when I go.
Person specification:
Listed below are the skills, competencies and qualities that are essential and desirable for the post. My assessment of these, both on application and at interview, will be the main factor in determining if you are successful. Please refer to these when submitting your application.
Essential:
- Friendly, caring, patient.
- Reliable and trustworthy.
- Experience of working with children with additional needs.
Desirable:
- Full UK driving licence and own car with appropriate level of business insurance.
- Someone with training in first aid or willing to undertake training.
Summary terms and conditions:
- The rate of pay for this position is £11 per hour.
- Mileage paid at 45p per mile.
- You will be reimbursed for any agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.
- Hours and days of work: 4 hours per week on a Saturday or Sunday. The exact day and times of which are negotiable at interview.
- Access to free Care Skills training for employed workers
- If this job requires any of the following: manual handling, handling of hazardous chemicals or food handling, you will be required to undertake annual training.
The post is subject to the following:
- A satisfactory 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 3 months
Services
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Training
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Understanding challenging behaviour
First Aid
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Own personal car
Schedule, Pay & Hours
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep