We are looking for 2 people to provide 4 hours of care and support to make a real difference to a young boy, broadening his horizons, developing his independence, supporting him to access leisure activities and engage in activities in the community.
It would be really nice to have someone that he gets on with to help him have fun and do other stuff he hasn’t thought of yet!
Please send your CV to PA-Recruitment@s4il.co.uk indicating which vacancy you would like to apply for
Personal Assistant to Disabled Child
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Salary £11.44
Location Cleohonger, Hereford
Hours 4 hours on a weekend
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About Me
I’m a 4-year-old boy and I live in Hereford with my family. I am autistic and am about 18-24 months behind developmentally, this effects by behaviour, my diet, my sleep, and I am nonverbal. I have sensory room at home that I like to spend time in as it helps me regulate myself after a busy day at school.
I love being out of the house and like going to soft play, parks, and Jumptastic.
I eat a restricted diet but do like my food and you will need to make sure I drink enough. I wear pull ups, and you may need to help change me.
I need constant supervision out in the community, I am a runner so if we are outside I will need to be in my adapted pram/wheelchair at all times.
I am a very friendly boy and love meeting new people, I really like meeting ladies as they remind me of my teachers and helpers at school. You will need to make sure I don’t cross any boundaries when interacting with people.
I need 2:1 support out in the community. We will be going out together to give my parents a break and to give me some new experiences.
About You
You will need basic maths and literacy knowledge, basic IT skills will also be an advantage. Previous experience of similar work is desirable but not essential, as I will make sure you get the training you need.
You must be able to understand the importance of confidentiality, be patient, calm, be a good communicator and have a good sense of humour.
A good attitude to independence is important to understand a disabled person and their choices
Teamwork is important as well as being able to work on your own initiative, and have some flexibility to allow for holiday or sickness cover.
You will need to be a car driver/owner and be physically fit enough to undertake any manual handling needed.
About Direct Payments
Direct payments are available from Local Authorities for people who have a care and support plan in place following a social care assessment. An amount of money is allocated to purchase the assistance and care needed to live independently.
I should stress that I will be your employer and have full responsibility for recruitment, contracts, supervision, pay, training etc. A support service assists me in meeting my responsibilities as an employer.
Salary: This is a flat rate of pay that takes account of unsociable hours and weekend working.
Hours: These are the minimally contracted hours. If I require additional support at other times I will try to give as much notice as possible, an ability to be flexible would be an advantage
